Doran GuardianXL Quick guide

DIGITAL WEIGHT INDICATOR AND CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DORAN SCALES, INC.
1315 Paramount Parkway
Batavia, Illinois 60510
800-262-6844
www.doranscales.com
Manual Revision 2.0
5/12/2004
P/N MAN203

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................. 4
Unpacking the GuardianXL.................................................................................... 4
Standard Features.................................................................................................... 5
Optional Accessories .............................................................................................. 6
CHAPTER 2 SCALE OPERATION...................................................................... 8
Front Panel Features ............................................................................................... 8
Modes of Operation ................................................................................................ 9
Keypad Functions ................................................................................................. 10
CHAPTER 3 LOAD CELL INSTALLATION....................................................... 16
Load Cell Installation............................................................................................ 16
RS-232 AND I/O INSTALLATION...................................................................... 18
RS-232 Connection............................................................................................... 18
I/O Connections .................................................................................................... 19
CHAPTER 4 SETUP MODE............................................................................... 22
Configuration Methods ......................................................................................... 22
Front Panel Setup Mode ....................................................................................... 22
Setup Mode Configuration.................................................................................... 25
CHAPTER 5 CALIBRATION MODE.................................................................. 39
Configuration Methods ......................................................................................... 39
Front Panel Calibration Mode Entry..................................................................... 39
Calibration Mode Configuration........................................................................... 41
CHAPTER 6 SETPOINT CONFIGURATION ..................................................... 51
Single Trigger Setpoint Configurations................................................................ 51
Multi Trigger Setpoint Configuration................................................................... 53
CHAPTER 7 BATCH PROGRAMS.................................................................... 55
Batch Program 1 ................................................................................................... 56
Two Speed Net Weight Fill with Manual Feed .................................................... 56
Batch Program 2 ................................................................................................... 57
Two Speed Hopper Fill with Manual Dump and Fill ........................................... 57
Batch Program 3 ................................................................................................... 59
Three Speed Fill with Automatic Dump and Auto Repeat................................... 59
Batch Program 4 ................................................................................................... 61
Three Speed Loss In Weight With Manual Dump................................................ 61
CHAPTER 8 INTERNAL RELAY OPTION ........................................................ 62
CHAPTER 9 CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE................................................... 64
CHAPTER 10 INTERNAL 4-20MA OPTION...................................................... 72
CHAPTER 11 INTERNAL FIBER OPTIC OPTION............................................ 74
APPENDIX A PRINT STRING FORMATTING................................................... 76
User Print String Configuration............................................................................ 80

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Remote Commands............................................................................................... 82
APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................... 84
APPENDIX C ERROR CODES .......................................................................... 86
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 2.1 GuardianXL Front Panel Layout....................................................................... 8
Figure 3.1 Motherboard Load Cell Connection and Jumper Location ............................. 17
Figure 3.2 Serial and I/O Board Level Connections......................................................... 18
Figure 3.3 Example of Switch Input Connection.............................................................. 19
Figure 3.4 Example of +5 volt Relay Output Connection ................................................ 20
Figure 3.5 Example of +12 volt Relay Output Connection .............................................. 20
Figure 4.1 Menu Navigation............................................................................................. 24
Figure 4.2 Communications Parameter Menu .................................................................. 25
Figure 4.3 Date / Time Menu............................................................................................ 27
Figure 4.4 I/O and Batch configuration Menu.................................................................. 28
Figure 4.5 Test Mode Menu ............................................................................................. 35
Figure 4.6 Calibration Mode Entry Menu......................................................................... 36
Figure 4.7 Setup Mode Menu ........................................................................................... 37
Figure 5.1 Menu Navigation............................................................................................. 40
Figure 5.2 Calibration Entry Map..................................................................................... 41
Figure 5.3 Meteorological Parameters Map...................................................................... 46
Figure 5.4 Complete Calibration Mode Map.................................................................... 50
Figure 8.1 Internal Relay Control Board .......................................................................... 62
Figure 10.1 4-20mA Installation Location........................................................................ 72
Figure 10.2 Active mode................................................................................................... 73
Figure 10.3 Passive mode ................................................................................................. 73
Figure 11.1 Fiber Optic Option......................................................................................... 74
Figure 11.2 Split Bushing ................................................................................................. 75
Figure 11.3 Water Tight Assembly................................................................................... 75
Figure A.1 Indicator Dimensions...................................................................................... 85

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this DORAN SCALE product. The GuardianXL Weighing
System is designed to provide consistent reliability in the most demanding environments.
The GuardianXL Indicator is designed and manufactured in DORAN SCALE’s corporate
headquarters in Batavia, Illinois. DORAN SCALE’s ISO9000 certification assures that
your GuardianXL Indicator is manufactured to deliver the highest quality product
possible.
This manual describes the installation, operation and functionality of the GuardianXL
Intrinsically Safe Indicator. Please be sure to read the entire manual to leverage the
multitude of benefits that the GuardianXL provides. If any questions arise, please feel
free to contact your local DORAN SCALE distributor or the DORAN SCALE Technical
Support Department at 1-800-262-6844.
Unpacking the GuardianXL
Before unpacking your Doran product, please read the instructions in this section. Your
new GuardianXL is a durable industrial product, but it is also a sensitive instrument.
Normal care should be taken when handling and using this product. Improper handling
or abuse can damage the unit and result in costly repairs that will not be covered by the
warranty. If you notice any shipping damage, notify the shipper immediately. Please
observe the following precautions to insure years of trouble free service from your new
product.
¾DO NOT drop the enclosure.
¾DO NOT immerse the enclosure.
¾DO NOT drop objects on the enclosure.
¾DO NOT pick up the enclosure by the cables.
¾Carefully remove the enclosure from the shipping carton