OHAUS Ranger 3000 Series User manual

RANGER 3000
RANGER COUNT 3000
VALOR 7000
USB Interface
Instruction Manual
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USB Interface EN-1
INTRODUCTION
This Interface Kit is for use with the following Ohaus products: Ranger 3000, Ranger Count 3000 and
Valor 7000.
The OHAUS USB Interface Kit is a unique solution to the problem of connecting a scale to a
computer using a Universal Serial Bus (USB). USB devices are categorized into classes such as disk
drives, digital cameras, printers, etc. Scales do not have a commonly used class so the Ohaus USB
interface uses a generic interface based on the RS232 serial standard.
Data sent from the balance to a computer is in USB format. The USB data is directed to a virtual port.
This port then appears as an RS232 port to the application program.
When sending a command from a computer to the balance, the application program sends a
command to the virtual port as if it were an RS232 port. The computer then directs the command
from the virtual port to the computers USB connector where the balance is connected. The Adapter
Kit receives the USB signal and reacts to the command.
The USB Interface kit includes a CD with the software drivers to create the required virtual port on the
computer.
KIT CONTENTS
USB PC Board
Pressure Button
Cable
Screws (4)
Instruction Manual
CD
.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
PC running Windows 98® , Windows 98SE® , Windows ME® , Windows 2000®,Windows
XP® or Windows 7®
Available USB port
INTERFACE INSTALLATION
Install the Interface module on the underside of the balance as shown.
1. Remove the red interface options cover.
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EN-2 USB Interface
Groove
for cable
2. Install the Interface PCB. Push it through the pins and secure it with the 4 screws.
3. Connect a USB Cable.
4. Place the cord in the groove and put the red interface option cover back on.
USB CONNECTION
The USB cable terminates with a 4-pin, male, USB Type A connector.
1. Power on the computer and verify that the USB port is enabled and working properly.
2. Plug the cable’s USB connector into the computer’s USB connector. Windows® should detect a
USB device and the New Hardware Wizard will be initialized.
Pins
Screws
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USB Interface EN-3
VIRTUAL PORT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
1. Insert the supplied CD into the CD drive.
Different versions of Windows® have slightly different steps to load the driver that is on the CD.
In all versions the New Hardware Wizard guides you through the required steps to select the
driver that is located on the CD.
Example of Windows XP Hardware Wizard
2. After clicking Finish, the virtual port should be ready for use.
Windows® typically adds the virtual port in sequence after the highest number COM port. For
example, on PC’s equipped with up to 4 COM ports, the virtual port will be COM5.
When using the USB interface with programs that limit the number of COM port designations
(e.g. Ohaus MassTracker allows only COM1, 2, 3, & 4), it may be necessary to assign one of
these port numbers to the new virtual port. This can be done in the Port Settings of the Device
Manager utility, found in the Windows Control Panel.
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BALANCE SETUP
A) The Ohaus Interface is preset to communicate using the following settings: 9600 baud, 8 bit,
no parity, no handshake. If different settings are desired, it will be necessary to change either
the balance settings, or the computer settings.
B) Upon installation of the interface, the balance will recognize the USB Interface and add
relevant items to the menu. Configure the balance to the desired USB and printing
parameters; refer to the balance User Manual for assistance in using the menus
PRINT2
USB
Reset
Stable Only
On, Off
A.Print
off, On.Stbl, Int, cont, Acc
Content
Layout
Data.Tr
End
Reset
Baud Rate
600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200
Parity
7-even, 7-odd, 7-none, 8-none
Stop bit
1, 2
Handshake
None, Xon-Xoff
End
SETUP DEFINITIONS
PRINT / Stable - On Balance transmits stable data only.
PRINT / Auto Print –Continuous Balance repeatedly sends data as fast as possible.
PRINT / Auto Print –On Stable Balance automatically outputs data upon stability.
PRINT / Auto Print –(xx) sec Balance sends data every (xx) seconds.
PRINT / Auto Print –Off Only sends data when PRINT is pressed.
COM / Baud, Parity, Handshake Set parameters to match printer or computer.
OPERATION
USB OUTPUT
With the Adapter installed the balance will operate in one of the following three ways:
Auto Print = off, Stable = on or off
Pressing PRINT will send the display data based on the settings in the Menu.
If Stable is set to On, the balance will wait for a stable reading before sending data.
Auto Print = not off, Stable = on or off
The balance will automatically send data.
If Stable is set to On, only stable values will be sent.
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USB Interface EN-5
Data sent from the Interface is in standard ASCII format terminated with a [CRLF] (carriage return-
line feed). The output format is as follows:
[weight] 9 characters
[space] 1 character
[unit] 5 characters max (left justified)
[space] 1 character
[stability indicator] 1 character “?” when unstable, blank when stable
[space] 1 character
[G/N] 1 character
[LF] 1 character
Output examples:
Weigh Mode Printout
Description
Comment
11.11 kg NET
Result line
If Printx Content Result is ON
12.34 kg G
Gross value
line
If Printx Content Gross is ON and a tare value is
entered
11.11 kg NET
Net value line
If Printx Content Net is ON and a tare value is entered
1.23 kg T
Tare value line
If Printx Content Tare is ON and a tare value is entered
MODE: WEIGH
Mode line
If Printx Content Application Mode is ON
<no line printed>
Information line
If Printx Content Into is ON
USB INPUT
The balance will respond to various commands sent via the interface adapter. Terminate the
following commands with a [CRLF].
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Commands
IP
Immediate Print of displayed weight (stable or unstable).
P
Print displayed weight (stable or unstable).
CP
Continuous Print.
SP
Print on Stability.
xS
0S: Turn off “Stable Only” menu item and allow unstable print. 1S: Turn on “Stable
Only” menu item and only print stable print.
xP
Interval Print x = Print Interval (1-3600 sec), 0P turns auto print OFF.
Z
Same as pressing Zero Key.
T
Same as pressing Tare Key.
xT
Download Tare value in grams (positive values only).
Sending 0T clears tare (if allowed).
PU
Print current unit: g, kg, lb, oz, lb:oz, t, c (custom).
xU
Set scale to unit x: 1=g, 2=kg, 3=lb, 4=oz, 5=lb:oz, 6=t.
xM
Set scale to mode x. M will scroll to next enabled mode.
PV
Version: print name, software revision and LFT ON (if LFT is set ON).
H x “text”
Enter Header line, where x = line number 1 to 5, “text” = header text up to 24
alphanumeric characters.
F x “text”
Enter Footer line, where x = line number 1 to 2, “text” = rear text up to 24
alphanumeric characters.
\EscR
Global reset to reset all menu settings to the original factory defaults
(Escape key + ‘R’ Key.
AUTO-PRINT OPERATION
Once Auto-Print is activated in the menu, the balance will send data as required. To temporarily stop
Auto-Printing, press the PRINT key. If there is data in the print buffer the printer will finish printing
this data. A second press will resume Auto-Printing
COMPLIANCE
Disposal
In conformance with the European Directive 2002/96 EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) this device may not be disposed of in domestic waste.
This also applies to countries outside the EU, per their specific requirements.
Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations at the collecting
point specified for electrical and electronic equipment. If you have any questions,
please contact the responsible authority or the distributor from which you purchased
this device.
Should this device be passed on to other parties (for private or professional use), the
content of this regulation must also be related.
Thank you for your contribution to environmental protection.
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