FM DC-3000 User manual

DC SERIES
HIGH PRECISION COUNTING SCALE
OPERATION MANUAL
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS SCALE
August 2010
Specifications subject to change without prior notice

CONTENTS
1. INSTALLATION
2. SPECIFICATIONS
3. KEYS, DISPLAY AND CONNECTIONS
4. GETTING STARTED
5. INITIAL SETUP
6. INSTRUCTION FOR USE
7. RS232 DATA OUTPUT
8. BATTERY POWER AND RECHARGING
9. ERROR CODES
10. DAILY CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Appendix A: -
About Bi-Directional Communication

1. INSTALLATION
Because of metrological legislation, installation/some
metrological parameter settings are limited to be done by
authorized personnel only. Do not attempt to change any of the
built-in metrological parameters. Contact your dealer for more
information and technical assistance.
CAUTION:
This scale is legal for trade only when it is sealed (and/or
stamped) and bearing a serial number. Do not attempt to break
the seal (or stamp) affixed to this scale or remove the serial
number. Contact your dealer for more information and after
sales service.
To ensure performance accuracy, do not use this scale in
where or when the environment condition falls beyond as those
listed on SPECIFICATIONS.
Do not attempt to open this scale, no user serviceable parts
inside.

2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Capacity (Max)
Readability (d)
kg
g
lb
kg
g
lb
DC-3000
3
3000
6
0.0001
0.1
0.0002
DC-6000
6
6000
12
0.0002
0.2
0.0005
DC-15K
15
15000
33
0.0005
0.5
0.001
DC-30K
30
30000
66
0.001
1
0.002
DC-3000M
3
3000
6
0.00005
0.05
0.0001
DC-6000M
6
6000
12
0.0001
0.1
0.0002
DC-15KM
15
15000
33
0.0002
0.2
0.0005
DC-30KM
30
30000
66
0.0005
0.5
0.001
DC-5000H
5
5000
10
0.00005
0.05
0.0001
DC-10KH
10
10000
20
0.0001
0.1
0.0002
DC-20KH
20
20000
45
0.0002
0.2
0.0005
DC-45KH
45
4500
100
0.0005
0.5
0.001
Weight Units
kg / g / lb
Tare Range
- Max (Subtractive Tare)
Platter
220 x 290mm all Stainless Steel
Power
Source
Built-in Rechargeable Battery, and
DC External Power Adaptor
Operation
Environment
-10 / 40oC. Non-condensed. R.H.≦85%
Specifications subject to change prior to notice

2.2 MINIMUM PIECES, WEIGHT APPLIED & SAMPLE SIZE
Model
Recommended Minimum
Unit Piece
Weight (= 1/2d)
Weight Applied
(= 20d)
Sample Size
(= 20d)
DC-3000
0.05
2g
2g
DC-6000
0.1
4g
4g
DC-15K
0.25
10g
10g
DC-30K
0.5
20g
20g
DC-3000M
0.025
1g
1g
DC-6000M
0.05
2g
2g
DC-15KM
0.1
4g
4g
DC-30KM
0.25
10g
10g
DC-5000H
0.025
1g
1g
DC-10KH
0.05
2g
2g
DC-20KH
0.1
4g
4g

3. KEYS, DISPLAY AND CONNECTIONS
1. UNIT PIECE WEIGHT SET KEY
Press this key to confirm the unit piece weight entered by numeric keys.
2. WEIGHT UNIT KEY
Press this key to shift among various weight units.
3. M+ KEY
Press this key to accumulate the current quantity to memory or to recall the
accumulated total quantity when unloaded.
4. TARE KEY
Press this key to tare off the weight of a container.
5. SAMPLE QUANTITY SET KEY
Press this key to confirm the sample size (pieces) entered by numeric keys.
6. CHECK KEY
Press this key to set upper & lower quantity check limit and to trigger the
quantity check mode.

7. PRINT KEY
Press this key to send print data to a printer.
8. ZERO KEY
Press this key to set weight displayed to zero when an empty scale has
drifted away from a true zero reading.
9. CE KEY
Press this key to clear the value entered.
10. NUMERIC KEYS
Numeric keys 0 ~ 9 and decimal key.
11. BATTERY POWER / LEVEL INDICATOR
This indicator appears to show:-
This scale is running on the built-in rechargeable battery,
It shows the remaining battery level.
12. SPARE
No assignment.

13. ZERO INDICATOR
Visible when scale is at true zero weight status.
14. NET INDICATOR
Visible when tare function is in effect. The weight being shown on Weight
Panel is net weight.
15. STABLE INDICATOR
Visible when weight reading is stable.
16. WEIGHT UNIT INDICATORS
kg = kilogram, g = gram, lb = pound
17. UNIT PIECE WEIGHT INDICATOR
The value left to it is the unit piece weight. This indicator remains visible
during normal operation status.
18. INSUFFICIENT SAMPLE WEIGHT WARNING INDICATOR
Visible when total weight of the sample size is below satisfactory level. If
possible, increase the sample quantity unit this indicator disappears.
19. INSUFFICIENT UNIT PIECE WEIGHT WARNING INDICATOR
Visible when the unit piece weight of the sample is below satisfactory level.
If possible, increase the sample quantity.
20. TOTAL INDICATOR
Visible when total accumulated quantity is being displayed.
21. QUANTITY INDICATOR
The value left to it is the quantity of the current transaction. This indicator
remains visible during normal operation status.
22. QUANTITY CHECK RESULT INDICATORS
HI = Quantity is higher than the HI limit set.
OK = Quantity is in between than the low and HI limits set.
LO = Quantity is lower than the LO limit set.

A. WEIGHT PANEL
Weight value is shown here.
B. UNIT PIECE WEIGHT PANEL
Unit piece weight is shown here.
C. QUANTITY PANEL
Quantity value is shown here.
D. BUBBLE LEVEL
Refer to this bubble to obtain a horizontal position for this scale.
E. CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR
Red = Recharging battery; Green = Charging completed.
F. ON/OFF SWITCH
Press this switch to turn this scale on or off.
G. DC INPUT JACK
External power adaptor is plugged in here.
H. RS232 COMPORT
9 pin (DB9) RS232 interface output for connection with computer and other
peripherals.

4. GETTING STARTED
In order to obtain accurate weighing and counting result, this scale must be
placed on a strong and level surface horizontally.
Avoid using this scale in environment where excessive wind flow, vibration
and extreme temperature change exist.
This scale should be installed away from any sources of excessive
electrical noise. For full EMC or for RFI immunity, termination of cable
shields and correct grounding of this scale is essential.
General Warning: -
This scale is not an explosion proof device.
This scale is not a water proof device.
Do not open this scale, no user serviceable parts inside. Always
contact your dealer for service.
This scale not to be subject to shock, excessive vibration or
extremes of temperature (before or after installation).
4.1 BUILT-IN RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
This scale is equipped with a built-in rechargeable battery. Before first time
use, recharge it for at least 8 hours to ensure the best battery performance.
4.2 POWER ADAPTOR
Before plugging in the power adaptor, check and make sure the input
voltage of the adaptor matches with output voltage of the electricity outlet. If
not, contact your dealer immediately.
4.3 CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES
Always turn this scale off before making any connections or disconnections
with external devices.
4.3.1. Connecting with a Computer

RS232 COMPORT
ON SCALE
COM PORT ON COMPUTER
(DB9)
(DB25)
2 = RXD
3 = TXD
3 = TXD
3 = TXD
2 = RXD
2 = RXD
5 = GND
5 = GND
7 = GND
4.3.2 Connecting RS232 to Printer (DB25)
RS232 COMPORT
ON SCALE
DB25 COMPORT ON
PRINTER
2 = RXD
3 = TXD
3 = TXD
2 = RXD
5 = GND
7 = GND

5. INITIAL SETUP
5.1 INTERNAL SETTINGS
Preferred application parameters can be checked or set through internal
functions. Refer to 5.4 for internal function description and setting
procedures.
5.2 HOW TO ENTER AND SELECT INTERNAL FUNCTION
Follow the below steps to enter and select desired parameter of an internal
function.
a. Turn this scale off and on again,
b. Press [TARE] during countdown,
c. This scale displays F1,
d. This scale is now in internal function,
5.3 KEY FUNCTION DURING INTERNAL FUNCTION SETTING
[TARE] = Enter, save and return,
[ZERO] = Quit without saving,
[CHECK] = Go next,
[PRINT] = Go previous,
[CE] = Clear,

6. INSTRUCTION FOR USE
6.1 POWER ON
Powered on this scale, scale displays: -
a. software and revision number and capacity of scale,
b. calibration count value,
c. parameter set count value,
d. all LCD segments,
Then countdown process starts.After that, this scale is ready for operation.
6.2 START WEIGHING
a. If zero weight cannot be obtained when unloaded, press [ZERO]. After
[ZERO] is pressed, Zero Indicator appears. Refer to
SPECIFICATIONS for maximum zero range,
b. Always place an object onto platter gently. Excessive force applied to
platter may cause damages to the weight sensor inside scale,
c. Weight of the object is displayed on thus unit automatically,
d. It is a good practice to remove all loads from platter after weighing. It
will prolong the life of the weight sensor inside scale.
6.3 ABOUT WEIGHT UNIT CONVERSION
This scale supports conversion among weight units. Press [UNIT] to shift
between kg, g and lb.
To enable or disable a particular weight unit, set it ON or OFF respectively
in internal function F9.
The weight unit being employed before power off will be employed when
turned on again.

6.4 TARE OFF THE WEIGHT OF A CONTAINER
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Tare function is used to temporarily set this scale to zero (such as
cancelling the weight of a box or a container) in order to get the net weight
result
6.4.1 Enable / Disable Repeat (Multiple) Tare
Depends on internal function setting, repeated (multiple) tare operation may
be enable (Mode 1) or disabled (Mode 2). Contact your dealer for more
information.
When repeat (multiple) tare is enabled: -
1. this scale will permit multiple tare operations provided that both of
the below requirements are fulfilled: -
The tare operation does not permit a reduction of the value of
the tare;
The tare effect can only be cancelled when there is no load on
the platter.
2. tare effect can only be cancelled when container is removed and
gross weight is zero.
6.4.2 Manual Tare
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When a container is used, follow the below steps to tare the weight of the
container off to get a net weight result.
a. Remove all loads from platter,
b. Make sure that the Zero Indicator is on. If not, press [ZERO] to set
weight reading to zero,
c. Place container on platter,
d. Press [TARE],
e. Net Indicator appears to indicate tare is in effect and weight reading
is net weight. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS for maximum tare range,
1
The tare weight is deducted from the weighing capacity (Max), reducing the
maximum weight that can be displayed.
2
a. The tare operation does not permit a reduction of the value of the tare;
b. The tare effect can only be cancelled when there is no load on the platter.

f. To cancel tare effect, remove all loads and container from platter and
press [TARE] ,
g. Net Indicator disappears. Tare effect has been removed and weight
reading is gross weight.
6.4.3 Preset Tare
This feature enables the user to manually enter the tare weight. During
normal operation, enter the pre-determined tare weight through numeric
keys then press [TARE]. This pre-determined tare value will be deducted.
To cancel the preset tare effect, remove all loads from platter then press
[TARE].
NOTE: -
1. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS for maximum tare range.
2. Manual tare is possible when preset tare is in effect. Manual tare
will cancel the effect of preset tare.
6.5 QUANTITY COUNTING
Quantity counting starts with determining the unit piece weight either by
keyboard entry or sampling process.
6.5.1 Entering Unit Piece Weight
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This method is used where unit piece weight is known and is highly
standardized.
a. Refer to 6.2 to 6.4 for zero, selecting preferred weight unit and tare
operation,
b. Enter the unit piece weight and press [@WT]. The unit piece weight
is now displayed on the Unit Piece Weight Panel.
c. Place a load on the platter. The weight of the load is displayed on the
Weight Panel and the quantity is displayed on the Quantity Panel.
3
For best counting result, refer to 2.2 for recommended minimum unit piece weight
and weight applied.
4
When the individual unit piece weight is not standardized, it is strongly
recommended that counting procedures as described in 6.6 should be employed.

d. To enter new unit piece weight, repeat step babove.
6.5.2 Sampling Process
This method is used where unit piece weight is unknown or the weight of
individual piece is not highly standardized.
a. Refer to 6.2 and 6.4 for zero, selecting preferred weight unit and tare
operation,
b. Place a sample size with known quantity on platter
c. Enter the quantity of the sample through the numeric keypad and
confirm by pressing [# SET].
d. This scale will automatically determine the unit piece weight and
display it on the Unit Piece Weight Panel
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e. Step by step add more load onto the platter (or remove part of the
load from the platter),
f. The latest Weight, unit piece weight and total quantity would be
displayed on the corresponding panels,
g. To start a new sampling, repeated step ato dabove.
6.6 ABOUT AUTO PIECE WEIGHT ENHANCEMENT FUNCTION
In order to obtain the best counting result accuracy, this scale is equipped
with Auto Unit Piece Weight Enhancement Function. This function will
automatically come into effect when an unit piece weight is obtained
through the sampling method as described in 6.5.2.
6.6.1 How Auto Unit Piece Weight Enhancement Function Works
After a unit piece weight is obtained by methods as described in 6.5.2, then
place more loads onto the platter. The new quantity will be shown on the
Total Count Panel. And at the same time, Auto Unit Piece Weight
Enhancement Function will update the unit piece weight if both below
requirements are fulfilled: -
a. The quantity added to platter is more than 1 piece, and
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At this point, sampling process is completed and Auto Piece Weight
Enhancement Function comes into effect.