Klopp KCS Series User manual

"KCS SERIES"
COIN COUNTING SCALES
215 Vollmer Avenue
P.O. Box 985
Oldsmar, FL 34677-0985
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"KCS SERIES" - COIN COUNTING SCALE
USER MANUAL
CONTENTS: Page
Features, Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty, FCC Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scale Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Best conditions for Weighing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration, How the Scale Counts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keypad Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Token Unit Weight Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Denomination Unit Weight Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preset U.S. Coin Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Establishing a Piece Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accumulation Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recall Accumulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clearing Accumulated Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RS232 Pin Connector Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Print Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“F” Key Function Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security Jumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F2 Baud Rate Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F3 Weight Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F4 Security Access Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F5 ASC II Code Symbol Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F6 Denomination Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F7 Linearity Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F8 Specification Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F9 Weight Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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"KCS SERIES" – COIN COUNTING SCALE
Features
•Auto calibration
•Programmable Unit Weight and Denomination
•10 preset keys for coins, tickets or tokens denomination
•3 bright displays for Quantity / Denomination / Total Value
•Total value calculation
•Up to 25 accumulations
•Tare function (100% Tare)
•Settable ASC II Code symbol
•Currency value setting range 0.01 to approximately 999
•Security password
•Overload protection
•LED backlight included
•RS-232 interface included
•Baud Rate Selection: 300/600/1200/2400/4800/9600
•Low battery and charging status indication
MODELS Capacity Division
KCS-12 6 kg/12 lb 1 gram/0.002
KCS-30 15 kg/30 lb 2 grams/0.004
KCS-60 30 kg/60 lb 5 grams/0.01
Operating Temperature: 32°F. – 104°F. Ship Weight: 11 lbs
Power Source: AC 110V 50/60 Hz LimitedWarranty: 12 months
(DC 6V 4.5AH Rechargeable Battery)
Platter Size: 11.0” x 9.0” (280 mm x 230 mm)
Overall size:11.0” W x 11-1/4” D x 4-3/4” H

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WARRANTY
KLOPP International Inc. offers customers a one-year warranty on this product from the
day it is purchased.
In the U.S.A., the product (if defective) should be returned, freight prepaid by the
customer, to KLOPP International Inc. in Florida. In any event, please contact the
KLOPP International Inc. office before shipping to confirm that the product is covered by
this warranty.
This warranty only applies to product failures due to defective materials and/or
workmanship. This warranty will be rendered invalid if, upon inspection, it is found that
the product was: abused; used for a purpose for which it was not designed; mishandled;
placed in a hostile environment; repaired by unauthorized personnel; improperly installed
or not adjusted in accordance with instructions given in this manual.
If repair under warranty is confirmed by KLOPP International Inc., then the product will
be repaired (or replaced at the discretion of KLOPP International Inc.) and returned to the
customer at no extra cost.
COMPLIANCE WITH FCC RULES
Please note that this equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
This equipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits of a Class
A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules & These rules are
designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. If this unit is operated in a residential area, it
might cause some interference and under these circumstances the user would be required
to take, at his own expense, whatever measures are necessary to eliminate the
interference.
(FCC = Federal Communications Commission in the U.S.A.)

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SCALE UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the scale carefully and keep the packing material if you are likely to transport the
scale again in the future.
In the carton you should find this manual plus:
•The Counting Scale and Platter
•An AC/DC adapter (check that the AC input rating is correct)
•Plastic Plug Insert
1. Remove the protective packing materials from around the scale. Then remove the
shipping overload stop (6 kg and 15kg scales only) on the bottom of the scale and
place in shipping container for future use.
2. Place counting scale pan onto scale base being careful to line up pan pins with
receptive holes. Push down carefully to secure pan.
3. Place the scale on a suitable weighing surface (see BEST CONDITIONS FOR
WEIGHING, next page) and turn the adjustable feet until the spirit level shows that
the scale is level.
4. Plug in the AC/DC adaptor. The AC input requirements could be 100, 120 Volts
(50/60Hz) depending on the area in the world so please check that the adaptor is
correct. The adaptor’s DC output should be about 6 Volts (please note that an
alternative 6V DC power supply might not be stable for this scale). Ground the
chassis to an earth ground if you think static electricity may be a problem.
5. Locate the on/off switch on the left under side of the scale and turn switch to “on”.
Please Note: Your scale is battery operated. However, it is advisable to use the AC
adapter when possible assuring you that your coin counting scale battery is fully
charged at all times.
6. Note: The backlighting on the three LCD displays will shut down within 5 seconds
after startup conserving battery life. Applying weight to the platter or use of
function keys will instantly turn backlighting on.
7. See Page 9 for pre-set U.S. Coin settings.
AC Adapter Power Supply: AC 110V 50/60 Hz (DC 6V 4.5AH Rechargeable Battery) is
found on the left hand side next to the on/off switch.
RS232 communications port is to be used for connecting to a printer or computer for coin
or token data accumulation downloading. This port is located on the right hand underside
of the scale. A standard 25-pin DIN connector male type is used to connect to the scale.
For wiring of the RS232 25-pin DIN connector, see page 12

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BEST CONDITIONS FOR WEIGHING
•The Scale must be level (check the spirit level on the Scale).
•Best temperature is about 20°C/68°F at about 50% Relative Humidity.
•The weighing room should be kept clean and dry.
•The weighing table must be of a solid construction.
•Corners of rooms are best as they are less prone to vibrations.
•Don’t install the scale near heaters or air conditioners.
•Don’t install the scale in direct sunshine.
•Try to ensure a stable AC power supply when using an adaptor.
•Keep equipment-containing magnets away from the scale.
•Warm-up the scale before use or leave it on standby overnight.
•Earth ground the scale chassis for electrostatic discharge if the weighing conditions
warrant.
CALIBRATION
KLOPP International Inc. has already done the calibration setup for your KCS Scale.
Please see Page 17 for calibration information.
HOW THE SCALE COUNTS
The KCS Scale counts by knowing the weight of one piece, called the unit weight, then
applying it to the total weight of what you are trying to count. For example, if you are
weighing nickels that have a unit weight of 4.987 and the batch weighs 498.7, the scale
will tell you that you have 100 pieces. Sounds simple, but things rarely weigh exactly 1g
and piece variations can add errors – plus you often have containers to hold the pieces
and that weight must be discarded. The KCS Scale takes all the trouble out of counting
and has many features that will make repeated counting easy and precise.
The two main methods to enter a unit weight and start counting:
(See the table on Pages 6 thru 9.)
1. Unit Weight by the Keyboard
2. Unit Weight by an ID Number

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KEYPAD FUNCTIONS
≈Keys used for entering unit weights of coins and tokens in “Coin Cal”
mode.
≈Selects pre-programmed “denomination to be counted” keys.
Select token counting mode key. Note: The total accumulation window does
not function in this mode. Also, use this key to enable/disable display
screen backlight by holding it down until the scale beeps.
Clear entry key.
Zero key. The zero range is full scale capacity +/-2%.
Key used to TARE out coin counting scoop. The TARE annunciator will be lit
in the in the “Denomination” display window indicating that a TARE weight has
been adddbeenadded.
1. If the container is removed from the scale, the display will show “-------“ in the
“Quantity” and “Total” display windows. Pressing “T” again will clear the
TARE function mode and the annunciator “4” symbol will disappear.
Accumulation key and print data.
Recall accumulation key.
Clear accumulated value key.
Print key and print out accumulated data key.
Print key and print out all accumulated data in memory key.
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0 9
1 9
Token
CE
Z
T
M+
MR
MC
Total
PRINT
Coin Cal Setting mode key to set denomination and token unit weights. Access
setting mode for changing or adding unit weights of coins or tokens.

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SETTING INDIVIDUAL UNIT WEIGHTS FOR NUMERIC KEYS
TOKEN UNIT WEIGHT MODES
Pressing the Coin Cal key will display the following:
Note: If no other key is pressed, the scale will return to counting mode in 10 seconds.
Press the “0” key four times. The display will show the following:
Note: If no other key is pressed, the scale will return to counting mode in 10 seconds.
Pressing the Coin Cal key again will display the last token unit value weight or the
denomination of unit weight (last setting value).
Then press the Token key. Pressing the Coin Cal key will display the flashing
denomination. Use digits 0thru 9 to input the new weight. NOTE: The unit
weight is restricted to three decimal places. Pressing the CE key will clear the input
or change the input of the numeric values.
Upon setting the corrected unit weight, press the Coin Cal key to confirm and place the
new setting into memory.

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Use the above procedure to set all the denomination and token unit weights. Upon
completion, all denominations settings are saved by pressing the Tkey. The scale will
display zero in each window. Power the scale off, then on, to save settings.
To print all denominations of unit weight, press the PRINT key. The scale will then
return to normal counting mode automatically after printing.

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SETTING UNIT WEIGHTS MODES
Pressing the Coin Cal key will display the following:
Note: If no other key is pressed, the scale will return to counting mode in 10 seconds.
Press the “0” key four times. The display will show the following:
Note: If no other key is pressed, the scale will return to counting mode in 10 seconds.
Pressing the Coin Cal key again will display the last token unit value weight or the
denomination of window (last setting value) (or 000).
To select the denomination value of unit weight, select and press one of the 1thru 9
keys. Pressing the Coin Cal key will display the following flashing denomination.
Use key pad digits 0thru 9to input the new weight. NOTE: The unit weight is
restricted to three decimal places. Pressing the CE key will clear the input or change
the input of the numeric values.
Upon setting the corrected unit weight, press the Coin Cal key to confirm and place the
new setting into memory.