Cardinal 190 Series User manual

Model 190 Indicator
Installation, Technical
and Operation Manual
Includes Models 190DC, 190A, 190-DAC and Options:
BP190, 190-RS232, 190-IP, 190-WIFI and 190-USB

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Introduction
Thank you for selecting and purchasing the Cardinal Model 190 Weight Indicator. The
Model 190 indicator was built with quality and reliability and incorporates the latest in
digital technology and innovative features for the weighing industry. Configuration and
upgrades can easily be performed in the field, while still maintaining the rigid control the
most demanding installations require. This flexibility insures the Model 190 will be able
to meet your weight indicating needs for years to come.
The purpose of this manual is to provide you with a guide through installation, setup and
operation of your new Model 190 Weight Indicator. Please read it thoroughly before
attempting to install your indicator and keep it handy for future reference
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 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 the
procedures do so entirely at their own risk.
PRECAUTIONS
Before using this indicator, read this manual and pay special
attention to all “NOTIFICATION” symbols:
ELECTRICAL STATIC
IMPORTANT WARNING SENSITIVE

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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment generates uses and 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 tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed
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
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. Stock
No. 001-000-00315-4.
Proper Disposal
When this device reaches the end of its useful life, it must be properly disposed of. It
must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Within the European Union, this
device should be returned to the distributor from where it was purchased for proper
disposal. This is in accordance with EU Directive 2002/96/EC. Within North America,
the device should be disposed of in accordance with the local laws regarding the
disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
It is everyone’s responsibility to help maintain the environment and to
reduce the effects of hazardous substances contained in electrical and
electronic equipment on human health. Please do your part by making
certain that this device is properly disposed of. The symbol shown to
the right indicates that this device must not be disposed of in unsorted
municipal waste programs.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Standard Features............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Optional Features ................................................................................................2
1.3 European Declaration of Conformity....................................................................3
2. PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Static Electricity.................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Batteries...............................................................................................................5
3. INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Site Preparation Requirements............................................................................ 7
3.1.1 Environmental..............................................................................................7
3.1.2 Electrical Power...........................................................................................8
3.1.3 Electrical Noise Interference........................................................................9
3.1.4 Transient Suppression.................................................................................9
3.2 Mounting............................................................................................................10
3.3 Load Cell Connections....................................................................................... 11
3.4 Load Cell Connections with Over 30 Feet of Cable ...........................................13
3.5 Sense and Deal Load Jumpers.......................................................................... 13
3.6 Serial and I/O Cable Installation......................................................................... 14
3.7 P3 I/O Interconnections .....................................................................................15
3.8 P2 Power Connections ......................................................................................15
3.9 Re-Installing the Front Panel.............................................................................. 16
4. INDICATOR SETUP ................................................................................................. 17
4.1 Calibration Inhibit Jumper ..................................................................................17
4.2 Calibration Data Entry........................................................................................ 19
4.3 Accessing Setup................................................................................................ 21
4.4 Settings.............................................................................................................. 23
4.5 Analog to Digital Filtering...................................................................................31
4.5.1 Filter Setting Recommendations................................................................ 33

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4.6 Calibration.......................................................................................................... 35
4.6.1 Dual-Point with Zero (First Zero) Calibration .............................................37
4.6.2 Dual-Point without Zero (False Zero) Calibration....................................... 39
4.6.3 Single-Point for Span Only (Last Zero) Calibration....................................41
4.6.4 Single-Point for Zero Only (Only Zero) Calibration.................................... 43
4.6.5 Multi-Point Calibration................................................................................45
4.6.6 Calibration “C” Numbers ............................................................................ 49
4.7 Set Gravity Constant..........................................................................................51
4.8 Serial Input/Output............................................................................................. 53
4.9 Print Tab Settings ..............................................................................................57
4.10 Fine Span Adjustment...................................................................................... 61
4.11 Display High Resolution Weight.......................................................................63
4.12 Key Lockout Feature........................................................................................ 65
4.13 Options Setup.................................................................................................. 69
4.14 Function Setup................................................................................................. 71
4.15 Display Backlight Color Setup.......................................................................... 75
5. KEYPAD ................................................................................................................... 77
5.1 Standard Key Functions..................................................................................... 77
5.2 Fn/Key Functions ..........................................................................................81
5.3 Fn/Key Combination Features.......................................................................83
6. ANNUNICATORS..................................................................................................... 85
6.1 Annunicators......................................................................................................85
6.2 Battery Status .................................................................................................... 88
7. INDICATOR SETUP REVIEW .................................................................................. 89
7.1 Accessing Setup Review ...................................................................................89

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8. OPERATION............................................................................................................. 91
8.1 Ticket Format Selection..................................................................................... 91
8.2 Preset Weight Comparators............................................................................... 93
8.3 Hold Function.....................................................................................................95
8.4 Count Function................................................................................................... 97
8.5 Time and Date Functions................................................................................... 99
8.6 Peak Hold Function.......................................................................................... 101
8.7 Checkweigher..................................................................................................103
8.8 Live Weight Function ....................................................................................... 107
8.9 Accumulated Weight Function ......................................................................... 109
8.10 Touch Key Lock Out Function........................................................................ 111
8.11 ASCII Commands.......................................................................................... 113
9. ERROR MESSAGES.............................................................................................. 119
9.1 Before You Call Service................................................................................... 119
9.2 Error Codes...................................................................................................... 121
10. EVENT COUNTERS............................................................................................. 123
10.1 Event Counters.............................................................................................. 123
10.2 Accessing the Event Counters....................................................................... 123
11. TEST MODE/ DIAGNOSTICS............................................................................... 125
11.1 Test Mode/Diagnostics Features ...................................................................125
11.2 Accessing Test Mode/Diagnostics................................................................. 125
12. PARTS IDENTIFICATION .................................................................................... 126
12.1 Front Sub-Assembly ......................................................................................126
12.2 Rear Sub-Assembly....................................................................................... 128
12.3 190 Power Supply Sub-Assy.......................................................................... 129
12.4 AC Wiring Detail.............................................................................................130
12.5 P2 Wiring Detail............................................................................................. 130
12.6 190DC Rear Sub-Assembly........................................................................... 131
12.7 190DC Power Supply Sub-Assy. ...................................................................132
12.8 190DC Wiring Detail ......................................................................................133
12.9 190DC POWER OPTIONS (not shown) ........................................................133

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13. APPENDIX A –BP190 Optional Battery Pack ................................................... 135
13.1 BP190 Contents:............................................................................................135
13.2 BP190 Specifications:.................................................................................... 135
13.3 Installing the BP190....................................................................................... 136
14. APPENDIX B –Model 190A ................................................................................ 139
14.1 Traffic Control ................................................................................................139
14.2 Axle Weighing Mode...................................................................................... 140
14.3 Standard Axle Weighing Operation................................................................143
14.4 Auto Axle Weighing Operation....................................................................... 145
14.5 Wiring.............................................................................................................146
14.6 Scoreboard Interconnections.........................................................................147
15. APPENDIX C –190-RS232 Option...................................................................... 149
15.1 Specifications................................................................................................. 149
15.2 Onboard Status/Diagnostic LED’s..................................................................149
15.3 Setup ............................................................................................................. 150
15.4 190-RS232 Wiring.......................................................................................... 152
15.5 190-RS232 Operation.................................................................................... 152
16. APPENDIX D –190-IP Option ............................................................................. 153
16.1 Features......................................................................................................... 153
16.2 Onboard Status/Diagnostic LED’s..................................................................153
16.3 Setup ............................................................................................................. 154
16.4 Ethernet Cable Installation.............................................................................155
16.5 IP Address Setup...........................................................................................155
16.6 190-IP Operation............................................................................................155
16.7 XPORT Connector Status LED’s ...................................................................156
17. APPENDIX E –190-WiFi Option ......................................................................... 157
17.1 Specifications................................................................................................. 157
17.2 Onboard Status/Diagnostic LED’s..................................................................158
17.3 Setup ............................................................................................................. 159
17.4 Network Configuration ...................................................................................161
17.5 WiFi Operation...............................................................................................167

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18. APPENDIX F –190-DAC Option ......................................................................... 169
18.1 Specifications................................................................................................. 169
18.2 Onboard Status/Diagnostic LED’s..................................................................170
18.3 Setup ............................................................................................................. 171
18.4 DAC Wiring....................................................................................................173
19. APPENDIX G –190-USB Option......................................................................... 175
19.1 Features......................................................................................................... 175
19.2 Onboard Status/Diagnostic LED’s..................................................................175
19.3 Setup ............................................................................................................. 176
19.4 190-USB Operation........................................................................................ 178