GSE 574 Product manual

Model 574
Programmable
Counting System
(PCS)
Version 2.0
Technical Reference Manual

GSE SCALE SYSTEMS PUBLISHING GROUP
The Complete Programming Guide to the GSE 574 Counting System
Published by:
GSE Scale Systems Solutions Group
23640 Research Drive
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
U.S.A.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice due to correction or enhancement and does not
represent a commitment on the part of GSE, Inc. The information described in this manual is solely the property
of GSE, Inc. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying and recording and sold for any monetary figure without the express written
permission of GSE. This also includes both the software used for computer simulation of GSE hardware and its
firmware. Custom setup files that have not been developed by GSE are neither the property nor the responsibility
of GSE. It is highly recommended that all application software written for the 574 to be backed on disk in ASCII
text form.
Second Edition, August 1994
Part number: 39-10-30088

GSE SCALE SYSTEMS, INC.
23640 Research Drive
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
USA
Phone: [phone], FAX / [phone]
Research, Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Technical Training/Support and Service
GSE CANADA, INC.
#5, 4429-6th St. NE
Calgary, Alberta CANADA T2G3Z6
Phone: [phone], FAX / [phone]
Distribution, Sales, Service
CORE INDUSTRIES, INC.
(GSE EUROPE)
Mittelstrasse 3
D-41236 Monchengladbach/Rheydt
Germany
Phone: [phone], TELEFAX (011) 49 2166 612 168
Distribution, Sales, Service

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Table of Contents (Complete Listing)
List of Figures XV
List of Tables XVII
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 About This Manual 1
1.2 The 500 Series 2
1.3 Model 574 Features 2
1.4 Common Counting Applications 2
1.5 Reader’s Guide 2
1.6 Available Options 3
1.7 Display 3
1.8 Keyboard 4
1.9 Operation Modes (brief explanation) 6
Weighing (mode)
Counting (mode)
Calibration (mode)
Parameter Setup (mode)
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions 7
2.1 Positioning the Instrument 7
2.2 Opening the Instrument (Procedure) 7
Disassembly
Reassembly
2.3 Load Cell Connections 9
Cable Recommendations
Transducer Excitation
Sense Lead Connections
2.4 574 Load Cell Installation and Removal 11
Chapter 3 Basic Parameters Setup Mode 13
3.1 Parameter Setup Mode (Brief Description) 13
3.2 Basic Weighing Parameter Setup 13
Full Scale Setting
Weighing divisions (count by)
Zero Trap Aperture
Zero Track Delay
Motion
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Motion Delay
Filter
Auto-Filter
Display Update Rate
Zero Range
Linearization
Chapter 4 Parameter Setup Mode (Advanced) 17
4.1 Getting into the Parameter Setup Mode 17
4.2 Using the Parameter Setup Mode 17
4.3 Exiting the Parameter Setup Mode 17
4.4 Parameter Types 18
4.5 Character Entry 19
4.6 Parameter Listing (P110 - P65010 Software Map) 19
Chapter 5 Weighing Mode 67
5.1 Weighing Mode 67
5.2 Front Panel Key Operation 67
Chapter 6 Counting Mode 69
6.1 Parts Counting Mode 69
Operation of the Sample Key
Sampling to Determine a Piece weight
Negative Sampling to Determine a Piece Weight
Use of the Auto-Enhance Feature
Using the Minimum Accuracy Feature
Achieved Accuracy is Less than Required
Achieved Accuracy Meets Requirements
Counting Parts
Recommended Setup
6.2 Front Panel Key Operation 74
6.3 Parts Counting Parameter Setup 74
6.4 Counting Mode Listing 75
Chapter 7 Calibration Mode 77
7.1 Calibration Mode 77
7.2 Multi-Point Linearization 81
7.3 Quick Calibration 82
Quick Cal Introduction
Quick Cal Commands
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Re-Cal (with cal weight already applied)
Re-Cal (without establishing new zero)
7.4 Quick Calibration Personal Access Code 83
P-401 QCAL
Clearing New Quick Cal. Access Code
Chapter 8 Accumulation Mode 85
8.1 Accumulation Parameter Setup 85
8.2 Accumulation (Memory Modes) Operations 85
8.3 Performing Accumulations 85
8.4 Initializing Accumulate Totals 86
8.5 Preventing Double Accumulations 86
Chapter 9 Units 87
9.1 Units Parameter Setup 87
Standard Units
Custom Units
Naming Custom Units
Chapter 10 Tare Operations 91
10.1 Tare Operations Parameter Setup 91
Tare Save
Tare Negative
Tare Round
Chapter 11 Local F-Keys 93
11.1 Local F-Keys (Invoke Macros) 93
11.2 Basic Local F-Key Macro Examples 93
Chapter 12 Key Disabling 95
12.1 Key Disabling 95
Chapter 13 Selectable Operating Modes 97
13.1 Selectable Operating Modes 97
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Chapter 14 Data Registers and ID's (Programmable) 99
14.1 Introduction 99
14.2 Weighing Parameters 99
14.3 Time and Date Parameters 99
14.4 Truck Parameters 100
14.5 Counting Parameters 100
14.6 Alarm and Recalled time Parameters 101
14.7 Numeric Parameters Setup (VARS and REGS) 101
Naming Vars (P680-P689)
Naming Registers (P691-P694)
Character Entry (NAME)
14.8 Character Entry (NAME) 103
14.9 Store Entry (VARS and REGS) 104
Entering a value into a VAR
Entering a value into a REG
"Data" field (Characteristics)
14.10 Decimal Point Parameter Setup (VARS) 104
Fixed Decimal Point
Automatic Decimal Point
14.11 Rounding (VARS and REGS) 105
VARS
REGS
14.12 Exponential Numbers (VARS) 106
Very Large Numbers
Very Small Numbers
14.13 VARS and Setpoints 106
14.14 Incrementing Registers (REGS) 106
14.15 Alarm Registers 107
Using Alarms for Time/Date Calculations
14.16 ID Parameter Setup 108
Introduction
Enabling and ID
Naming ID's
14.17 View an ID 109
14.18 Store an ID Entry 109
Entering data into an ID
Storing Data into an ID
Chapter 15 Communications 111
15.1 Communications Protocol Parameter Setup 111
15.2 Cable Connection Information 112
15.3 Communication Connections 113
Communications Port Connections
Print Port Connections
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Peripheral Inputs
Communications Cables
15.4 Custom Transmit (Selections) Parameter Setup 115
15.5 Communications (Receive) Operations 116
15.6 Communications (Transmit) Operations 123
15.7 Identification (ID) Operations 128
15.8 Printing Operations 131
15.9 Input Interpreter 132
15.10 Input Interpreter Examples 135
Example 1: Units Identifier
Example 2: Process AIAG Barcodes
Chapter 16 Macro Programming Operations 139
16.1 Overview 139
Overview
Determining Macro Needs
Macro Setup Modes
Front Panel Key Definitions (macro setup)
Maximum Macro Size
Standard Macro Setup Method
Macro Setup Learn Mode
Macro Setup Example
16.2 Methods of Invoking Macros 141
Methods of Invoking Macros (list)
Naming Macros and the Macro Menu
16.3 Methods of Aborting Macros 143
16.4 Serial RS-232C and Keypad Input 143
Alternate Macro Setup Method
Operator and Serial Input before and During Macros
Carriage Return
Instrument's Command Structure
Exiting ID Modes
16.5 Disabled Keys 144
16.6 Suspension of Weight Conversion 144
16.7 Preventing and Aborting Macro Operation 144
16.8 Macro Commands 145
Macro Commands (Table)
Macro Command Details
16.9 Math Commands 171
General Notes Concerning on Math Commands
The Math and Copy Commands
Exponent/Root Math Operations
16.10 Rounding 173
Rounding Weight Data
Explicit Rounding
16.11 Using Alarms for Time/Date Calculations 173
Expiration Date
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A Rate Example (decreasing weight)
16.12 Prompting Commands 174
16.13 Branching Commands 174
Tag and Jump Commands
"IF" Statements
A More Complex Branching Example
16.14 Macro Debug 176
16.15 Macro Download 176
16.16 Miscellaneous Database Application Notes 177
Chapter 17 Truck Weighing 179
17.1 Truck In Truck Out Weighing (introduction) 179
17.2 Setup Selections (4 types) 179
17.3 Transmission Setups (tickets/reports) 180
17.4 Methods of Operation 181
17.5 Sequence of Operation (sequential ID#) 181
17.6 Small#, Big# or ID#6 Operation 183
17.7 Storing a Keyed In Tare Weight 183
17.8 Printing the Stored IN Weights/Tare Weights 184
17.9 Clearing Operations 184
17.10 Automatic Clearing of the Stored Weights 185
17.11 Memory Use 185
17.12 Example Setups 186
Example 1: Sequential ID #
Example 2: ID #6
Example 3: ID #6 with stored tare weights
17.13 Invoke a “Macro” From the Truck IN/OUT Software 190
Chapter 18 Time/Date Setup (OPTION) 191
Alarms (STANDARD)
18.1 Time and Date Operations 191
Viewing Time and Date
Entering Time
Entering Date
18.2 Time and Date Parameter Setup 192
18.3 Alarms 193
Setting Alarms (P504-P509)
Naming Alarms (P650-P654)
Character Entry
18.4 Time and Date Battery Backed Option 194
Description
Specifications
Installation Procedure
Time/Date Option Operation
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Chapter 19 Memory Expansion (OPTION) 197
19.1 Memory Expansion Option 197
19.2 Installation of Additional Memory 197
19.3 Additional Memory and Replacement Part Numbers 198
Chapter 20 Database (OPTION) 201
20.1 Database Option 201
20.2 Database Applications 201
20.3 What is a Database ? 201
20.4 Operation (enable or disable database) 202
20.5 Database Setup 202
20.6 Macro Menus 203
20.7 Basic Database Menus 203
1 Recall Row
2 Update Row
3 Make Row
4 Print Database
20.8 Advanced Database Menus 205
5 First Row
6 Next Row
7 Next Match
8 Clear Row
9 Clear Column
10 Clear Database
11 Set Database
12 Set Column
13 Download
14 Print Row
15 Print Errs
16 Upload New
17 Upload Update
18 Sort Dbase
20.9 Installing the Database Option 212
20.10 Print Format 213
20.11 Download Format 214
20.12 Upload Data Format 214
20.13 Time/Date Handling 215
20.14 Information Modes 215
20.15 Defaulting the Entire Database 216
20.16 Memory Consumption 216
20.17 Database Errors 218
20.18 Notes Regarding Storing and Recalling 219
20.19 Database Examples 219
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Chapter 21 Setpoints and Logic I/O (OPTIONS) 221
21.1 Setpoint Parameters and Operations 221
Setpoint Setup Parameters
Setpoint Operation
Setpoint Status Mode
Setpoint Inputs
21.2 Setpoint (Input and Output) Parameter Setup 223
21.3 Setpoint Example Setups (Front Panel Entry) 226
21.4 Example Setups 227
Example 1: Over/Under Indicator
Example 2: Grading
Chapter 22 Multi-Scale Inputs (OPTION) 231
22.1 Multi-Scale Option Card 231
22.2 Multi-Scale Parameter Setup 231
22.3 Contents of Multi-Scale kit 232
22.4 Installation 232
22.5 Factory Calibration Information and Setup Instructions 236
22.6 Serial Setup of A/D Board 238
22.7 Setup 238
22.8 Scale Enable 238
22.9 Scale Setup 238
22.10 Scale Calibration 239
22.11 Operation 239
22.12 Selecting the Current Scale 239
22.13 Macros (Selecting a scale) 239
Chapter 23 Multi-Scale (OPTION) 241
23.1 Sample Scale 2# Cell 241
23.2 Contents of Sample-Scale Kit 241
23.3 Load Cell Installation Procedure 241
Chapter 24 Pre-setable Parameters (STANDARD) 247
24.1 Description 247
24.2 Setup 247
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Chapter 25 Cable (OPTIONS) 249
25.1 Options Cable Listing 249
Chapter 26 Compatible Peripherals (OPTIONS) 255
26.1 Compatible Peripherals 255
Dot Matrix Printer
Remote Alpha-numeric Keyboard (TTL)
Barcode Scanners (RS-232C)
Terminal Connections
Chapter 27 Other System Operations and Applications 257
27.1 Gross Entry Mode (P-169) 257
27.2 Battery Operation 257
Chapter 28 Information Parameters 259
28.1 Model Type 259
28.2 Memory Information Parameters 259
28.3 Identification Information Parameters 260
28.4 Audit Trail Parameter Information 260
Audit Trail
Traditional Sealing Method
28.5 Diagnostic Information Parameters 261
28.6 Linearization Information Parameters 263
28.7 Test Mode 264
28.8 Parameter Download and Upload 265
Send Setup
Send All
LnCnt
ErCnt
1stEr
Debug
Macro Debug
28.9 Utility Parameters 265
Chapter 29 Troubleshooting 267
29.1 Error Messages (overview) 267
29.2 Operational Mode Error Messages 267
29.3 Setup Mode Error Messages 267
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29.4 Hardware Problem Error Messages 268
29.5 Calibration Error Messages 268
29.6 General Error Messages 269
29.7 Miscellaneous Messages 270
29.8 Counting Error Messages 270
29.9 Communications Error Messages 270
29.10 Service 271
29.11 Swapping the A/D Convertor 271
29.12 Trouble-shooting 271
Chapter 30 550 Simulator Software 273
(For Model 574)
30.1 Description 273
30.2 Files 273
30.3 Help Screen 274
AT Layout Help Screen
XT Layout Help Screen
30.4 Load Cell Simulation 276
30.5 File Re-Direction 276
Capturing Simulator Output
Loading in a Setup File
30.6 Setpoint Window 277
30.7 Terminating the Program 277
30.8 Additional Benefits 277
30.9 Other Interesting Notes 278
30.10 Communications Terminal Window 278
Chapter 31 Personal Identification Number 279
31.1 Introduction 279
31.2 Clearing Setup Mode Personal Access Number 279
Chapter 32 Remote Display Operation 281
32.1 Introduction 281
32.2 Select Remote Display Operation (450 and 550) 281
32.3 Abort Remote Display Operation 281
32.4 Model 574 with Remote 550 or 450 Display 281
32.5 Model 450 and 550 Remote Display Parameters 283
32.6 Remote Keys 284
32.7 Remote and Master Unit Parameter Listing. 286
Chapter 33 (OIML) 287
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33.1 European Specific Modifications 287
33.2 International Characters 288
33.3 Namable Weight Parameters 288
33.4 Check-sums on Transmitted Data 290
33.5 Printer Interface Example 291
Appendix 295
A.1 Transmission of Current Settings 295
A.2 FCC Compliance Information 301
A.3 Specifications 303
A.4 ASCII Conversion Table 305
A.5 Exploded View of Model 574 307
A.6 Model 574 Main Board and Parts Listing 311
Index 315
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List of Figures
Figure 1 Model 574 Instrument ......................................................... 1
Figure 2 Front Panel Display ............................................................ 4
Figure 3 Model 574 Keypad ............................................................. 5
Figure 4 Model 574 Exploded View Drawing A .............................. 8
Figure 5 Load Cell Connections ....................................................... 9
Figure 6 Model 574 Exploded View Drawing B ............................. 10
Figure 7 Model 574 Exploded View Drawing C.............................. 12
Figure 8 Keypad Cursor Keys .......................................................... 66
Figure 9 Character Listing ............................................................... 66
Figure 10 Model 574 Keyboard ........................................................ 67
Figure 11 Sample Key ........................................................................ 69
Figure 12 Five Point Linearization Graph ......................................... 81
Figure 13 Five Point Linearization Graph (High end) ...................... 82
Figure 14 Keypad Cursor Keys ........................................................ 88
Figure 15 Character Listing .............................................................. 89
Figure 16 Tare Key ........................................................................... 91
Figure 17 Local Macro Keys ............................................................. 93
Figure 18 Select & Tare Keys Disabled ........................................... 95
Figure 19 Select Key ........................................................................ 98
Figure 20 Keypad Cursor Keys ....................................................... 102
Figure 21 Character Listing .............................................................. 102
Figure 22 Rear Panel .......................................................................... 112
Figure 23 Connector .......................................................................... 114
Figure 24 Default Transmit ............................................................... 131
Figure 25 Keypad Cursor Keys ......................................................... 194
Figure 26 Character Listing .............................................................. 195
Figure 27 Time/Date Option Installation on Main Board ................ 196
Figure 28 Main Board PC746B ......................................................... 200
Figure 29 Selection of Database Operations ..................................... 204
Figure 30 Database Advanced Commands ....................................... 206
Figure 31 Database Option installation ............................................ 212
Figure 32 Sample Database Printout ................................................ 213
Figure 33 Model 574 Scale Select Key ............................................ 231
Figure 34 Multi-Scale First Option Card Installation ...................... 234
Figure 35 Multi-Scale Second Option Card Installation ................. 235
Figure 36 Sample Scale Installation Diagram ................................... 243
Figure 37 Sample Scale Top Support (Spider) .................................. 244
Figure 38 Sample Scale Kit ................................................................ 245
Figure 39 Sample Scale Kit Packaging ............................................. 246
Figure 40 Model 574 to PC-AT/XT Computer Cable....................... 250
Figure 41 Model 574 to PC-AT/XT Computer Cable Wiring ........ 250
Figure 42 Model 574 to Options Cable ............................................ 251
Figure 43 Model 574 to Options Cable Wiring Diagram................. 251
Figure 43.1 Model 574 to Eltron Printer Cable ................................... 252
Figure 43.2 Model 574 to Eltron Printer Cable Wiring Diagram ....... 252
Figure 43.3 Model 574 to Standard Printer Cable .............................. 253
Figure 43.4 Model 574 to Standard Printer Cable Wiring Diagram .... 253
Figure 43.5 Model 574 to GSE-TTL Keyboard Adapter ...................... 254
Figure 43.6 Model 574 to GSE-TTL Keyboard Adapter Wiring ......... 254
Figure 44 Connector ........................................................................ 256
Figure 45 Main Board PC746B Component Layout .......................... 272
Figure 46 IBM PC or Compatible Computer .................................. 273
Figure 47 GSE 574 Simulator Computer Disk ................................. 276
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Figure 48 Remote Display Connections (standard) .......................... 282
Figure 49 Cascading the Model 450 (unique address setup) 283
Figure 50 Remote Display Connections for Remote Keys 285
Figure 51 Model 450i International Keypad .................................... 293
Figure 52 Model 550i International Keypad .................................... 293
Figure 53 Model 574 Exploded View Drawing A ............................ 307
Figure 54 Model 574 Exploded View Drawing B ............................ 308
Figure 55 Model 574 Exploded View Drawing C ............................ 309
Figure 56 Main Board PC746B Component Layout ........................ 311

List of Tables
Table 1 Load Cell Connections ................................................................................. 11
Table 2 Filter Setup Selections .................................................................................. 15
Table 3 Software Map ................................................................................................ 20 - 65
Table 4 Minimum Sampled Weight Accuracy Requirements .................................. 71
Table 5 Multiplier Factors ........................................................................................... 72
Table 6 Counting Modes ........................................................................................... 76
Table 7 Accumulation Mode Numbers .................................................................... 85
Table 8 Conversion Factors ....................................................................................... 87
Table 9 Local Macro Keys Associated with Specific Macro ..................................... 94
Table 10 Parameter ID Numbers ................................................................................. 97 - 98
Table 11 COMM Port Connections ............................................................................. 113
Table 12 PRINT Port Connections ............................................................................... 113
Table 13 Print and COM Port Connectors Pinout ....................................................... 114
Table 14 Extended ASCII Commands .......................................................................... 117 - 122
Table 15 RS232 Keypad Commands ............................................................................ 122
Table 16 ASCII Control Codes ..................................................................................... 125
Table 17 Parameter ID Numbers ................................................................................... 127
Table 18 Numeric Parameter Formats .......................................................................... 128
Table 19 Numerical Parameter Field Width ................................................................. 128
Table 20 Time / Date Format Selections ...................................................................... 129
Table 21 Time / Date Format Examples ........................................................................ 129
Table 22 ID Parameter Formats ..................................................................................... 130
Table 23 Basic Format Selections ................................................................................. 130
Table 24 General Purpose Register Format Selections .............................................. 130
Table 25 Status Character Interpretation ..................................................................... 130
Table 26 Status Format Selections ............................................................................... 131
Table 27 Macro Call Commands ................................................................................. 145
Table 28 Macro Commands ......................................................................................... 146 - 152
Table 29 Macro Commands for the Front Panel .......................................................... 153
Table 30 Parameter P720 ID Use Selections ................................................................. 179
Table 31 Type of Truck ID P721 Selections ................................................................. 180
Table 32 Choices for P722, P723, P724 and P725 ........................................................ 181
Table 33 P721 Sequential Numbers ............................................................................... 182
Table 34 P721 Small or Big Numbers ........................................................................... 182
Table 35 P721 ID #6 ...................................................................................................... 182
Table 36 Truck IN/OUT Memory Use .......................................................................... 185
Table 37 Memory Storage Requirements ..................................................................... 199
Table 38 Database Error Codes ................................................................................... 217
Table 39 Setpoint Numbers ........................................................................................ 222
Table 40 Multi-Scale Option Load Cell Connections .................................................. 236
Table 41 Sample Scale Top Support (Parts Listing) .................................................... 244
Table 42 Two Pound Sample Scale Kit (Parts Listing) ................................................ 245
Table 43 Two Pound Sample Scale Kit Packaging Material (Parts Listing) ................ 246
Table 44 Pre-setable Parameters .................................................................................. 247
Table 45 Cable Options Listing .................................................................................. 249
Table 46 Peripheral Equipment Options ..................................................................... 255
Table 47 Print and COM Connectors Pinout (J1 & J 2) .............................................. 256
Table 48 Setpoint Status Color Chart .......................................................................... 277
Table 49 Pre-setable Parameters ................................................................................... 288
Table 50 International Character Set ............................................................................ 289
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Table 51 Checksum Codes ......................................................................................... 290
Table 52 ASCII to Hexadecimal Conversion Chart ................................................... 305
Table 53 Bill of Materials Parts Listing .................................................................... 310
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Chapter 1 IntroductionTechnical Reference Manual
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 About This Manual
GSE Inc. has developed a series of precision weighing
and counting instruments which are technically
advanced, offering users high quality systems with
application innovation. In other words, including high
precision weighing a GSE Programmable Counting
System (PCS) can be molded around a specific
application by customizing its setup to meet the users
needs. This Technical Reference Manual contains
information covering the GSE 500 series weighing and
counting instruments, all operating instructions, available
options, installation information, and technical
information on system customization for your particular
weighing or counting application. Many examples and
programming techniques are included in each chapter.
Supplementary to this manual is a publication titled
"ENGINEER'S NOTEBOOK". This includes advanced
macro and setpoint techniques commonly used in many
GSE 500 series applications.
The basic layout of the manual sub-divides each feature
of the 574 system into a chapter to allow for a more
focussed explanation. Where applicable, combining one
feature with another is called out to the reader's attention.
Quick setup or reference information is separated from
the rest of the information in each chapter with a gray
background. In many sections of this manual it refers to
the indicator as a "574". This by no means implies that
the other indicators in the 500 series are excluded in the
explanation. This strictly allows for simplicity in
reading and writing this manual. If there is any
information that is not included in one model over
another it will be called out directly to your attention. ie.
(Model 574 Only). Even though not directly addressed,
the 574 manual covers a great amount of technical
information which runs parallel to other GSE products.
ie. (Models 550, 551, 552, 553, 570, 9250, etc.)
Information in this manual is subject to change without
notice due to correction or enhancement and does not
represent a commitment on the part of GSE, Inc. The
information described in this manual is solely the
property of GSE, Inc. No part of this manual may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and
recording and sold for any monetary figure without the
express written permission of GSE. This also includes
both the software used for computer simulation of GSE
hardware and its firmware. Custom setup files that have
not been developed by GSE are neither the property nor
the responsibility of GSE. It is highly recommended that
all application software written for the 574 to be backed
on disk in ASCII text form.
GSE Scale Systems and the GSE logo are registered
trademarks of GSE, Inc. Other trademarks listed in this
manual include:
•IBM, PC/AT, PC/XT and PS/2 are registered
trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation.
•Excel for Windows is a trademark of Microsoft
Corporation.
•Lotus is a trademark of Lotus Corporation.
This is the second edition of the 574 Technical
Reference Manual and was released in August, 1994 as
Version 2.0. It integrates and updates a variety of
separate, previously released, manuals, updates,
supplements and bulletins. The information contained in
this manual has been prepared specifically for Counting
Systems with Main Board PC746 revisions A thru B and
Firmware release date of March, 1994 (GSE board part
number 420746-27142). If your System contains earlier
board revisions or release dates, refer to previously
released technical reference documentation.
1.2 The 500 Series
There are two other closely related weighing and
counting indicators (550, 570) which are very similiar to
SECTION - 1.1
Figure 1 Model 574 Programmable Counting System (PCS)