Rice Lake LaserLight3 User manual

September 28, 2022 PN 215590 Rev A
LaserLight3™Large-Display Weight Indicator
Operator Quick Reference Guide
This document describes several commonly used LaserLight3 functions and includes the following sections:
•Annunciators
•Keypad (on page 2)
•Menu Element Overview (on page 3)
•Software Functions (on page 4)
•Indicator Functions (on page 7)
Manuals and additional resources are available from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems website at www.ricelake.com
Warranty information can be found on the website at www.ricelake.com/warranties
NOTE: For more information, see the LaserLight3 Large-Display Indicator Technical Manual (PN 213589).
Annunciators
The LaserLight3 provides status information about the weight value displayed. T he LaserLight3 also has arrows and traffic lights
that can be displayed by sending serial commands .
Figure 1. Front Panel Display when Configured in Traffic Mode
NOTE: The layout of annunciators and size of weight digits vary depending on which mode is configured in the Display
menu. Legacy mode provides about 3.75-inch weight digits with annunciators along the bottom of the display, intended to
support predecessor LaserLight2 display mode. Standard mode provides about 5-inch weight digits with annunciators
stacked vertically along the right side.
Annunciators Description
Traffic Symbols Red stop light, red x, green go light, green up arrow, green left arrow, and green right arrow
Weight Value Displays weighment data
>0<
→0←
The center of zero annunciator indicates the current gross weight reading is within ± 0.25 display divisions of the
acquired zero, or is within the center of zero band. A display division is the resolution of the displayed weight
value, or the smallest incremental increase or decrease which can be displayed or printed
The standstill annunciator indicates the weight is at standstill or within the specified motion band. Some
operations, including zero, tare and print, can only be done when the standstill annunciator is displayed
GR
NT
Displays which weight display mode is active, GR (Gross) or NT (Net)
lb
kg
oz
g
tn
t
The current unit displays at the right side of the numeric weight area and specifies which unit of measure is being
used. Indicates units associated with the displayed value, represents primary and secondary units such as lb, kg,
g, oz, tn and t. The units are changed by pressing the Units button
Table 1. Annunciators

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Keypad
The keypad, located on the bottom right corner of the unit, allows for easy setup and operation of the LaserLight3. The keypad
includes six function keys that operate LaserLight3 menus.
Figure 2. LaserLight3 Keypad
Key Description Menu Navigation
Sets the current gross weight to zero, provided the amount of weight to be
removed is within the specified zero range and the LaserLight3 is not in motion.
The zero band by default to 1.9% of full scale, but can be configured for up to
100% of full scale
Moves up to different menu levels
Switches the display mode from gross to net, or from net to gross. If a tare value
has been entered or acquired, the net value is the gross weight minus the tare.
Moves down to different menu levels
Performs one of several predetermined tare functions dependent on the mode
of operation selected in the TARE FN parameter
Enters a menu or parameter and selects/saves
parameter settings or values
Switches the weight display to an alternate unit. The alternate unit is defined in the
Format menu
Moves left (horizontally) in a menu level
Sends on-demand print format out the configured port, provided the necessary
conditions are met. RS232-1 is the default print port
Moves right (horizontally) in a menu level
Accesses or exits Menu mode
Table 2. Key Functions
MENU
MENU

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Menu Element Overview
LaserLight3 can display up to four lines, preceding and following menus/parameters and parameter configurations. A color
scheme indicates the type element in the menu. Figure 3 through Figure 5 displays illustrations with menu elements identified.
Menu with Selectable Item
Figure 3. Selected Item Menu Example
Menu and Read Only Message
Figure 4. Read Only Menu Example
Number Element Description
1 Red Font Red font appears in two scenarios:
• In center column to indicate previously selected menus and parameters
• On left or right sides to indicate previously available menus, options or parameters
2 Yellow Font Indicates a selected menu or parameter. Select a menu item with and , then press to
confirm selection
3 White Font Indicates parameters or menu items that are not selected
Table 3. Selected Item Menu Element Descriptions
Number Element Description
1 Red Font Red font appears in two scenarios:
• In center column to indicate previously selected menus and parameters
• On left or right sides to indicate previously available menus, options or parameters
2 White Font Indicates a read only message
Table 4. Read Only Menu Element Descriptions
Accum Mac ID
Tare
DispTar DispTarClrTare
1
3 2
Accum Mac IDTare
DispTar DispTarClrTare
OK
1
2

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Menu and Text Editable Parameter
Figure 5. Text Editable Menu Example
Software Functions
This section provides procedures for basic LaserLight3 software functions.
NOTE: Additional functions available if Setup mode is enabled. For more information about Setup Mode see the
LaserLight3 Large-Display Indicator Technical Manual (PN 213589).
View Audit Trail Calibration Counter
Select Calibr (Calibration Counter) in the Audit menu to view the audit trail calibration counter number.
Figure 6. Calibr Parameter Menu Path
The audit trail calibration and configuration counters can be viewed in Menu mode.
1. Navigate to Audit ▼ LRV ► Calibr.
2. Press . The audit trail calibration counter number displays.
3. Press to exit the menu.
Number Element Description
1 Red Font Red font appears in two scenarios:
• In center column to indicate previously selected menus and parameters
• On left or right sides to indicate previously available menus, options or parameters
2 White Font with
Blinking Cyan
Underline
Indicates a text configured parameter. Move character selection (cyan underline) with and
Press and to change characters
Hold to delete a character or hold to insert a 0 character
Press to confirm character configuration and return to the previous menu
Table 5. Text Editable Menu Element Descriptions
Time
10/08/22 MM/DD/YY
Date Version
2
1
Audit Setup
Version
LRV Calibr
D
umpAu
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MENU

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View Audit Trail Configuration Counter
Select Config (Configuration Counter) in the Audit menu to view the audit trail configuration counter number.
Figure 7. Config Parameter Menu Path
The audit trail calibration and configuration counters can be viewed in Menu mode.
1. Navigate to Audit ▼ LRV ► ... ►Config.
2. Press . The audit trail configuration counter number displays.
3. Press to exit the menu.
Edit Time Value
Select Time in the top-level menu to edit the time.
Figure 8. Time Parameter Menu Path
1. Navigate to Audit ► ... ► Time.
2. Press to set the time.
3. To edit the time value:
• Press and to select characters
• Press and to edit the underlined character
4. Press . OK displays.
5. Press then to exit the menu.
NOTE: Time is backed up by the internal battery and is not lost if the main power is interrupted.
Edit Date Value
Select Date in the top-level menu to edit the date.
Figure 9. Date Parameter Menu Path
1. Navigate to Audit ► ... ► Date.
2. Press to view the set the date.
3. To edit the date value:
• Press and to select characters
• Press and to edit the underlined character
4. Press . OK displays.
5. Press then to exit the menu.
Audit Setup
Version
LRV Calibr
D
umpAu
d
Config
MENU
Audit Setpnt TareSetup Accum Mac ID Test Time
MENU
Audit Setpnt TareSetup Accum
DateTime
Mac ID Test
MENU

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View Ethernet and Wi-Fi Media Access Control (MAC) IDs
Select MAC ID in the top-level menu to view the Ethernet and Wi-Fi MAC IDs. MAC addresses display in the following format:
88:88:88:88:88:88.
Figure 10. MAC ID Parameter Menu Path
1. Navigate to Audit ► ... ► Mac ID.
2. Press . Wired displays.
3. Press . Ethernet MAC ID displays.
4. Press . WiFi displays.
5. Press . WiFi MAC ID displays (if installed).
6. Press to exit the menu.
View Firmware Version
Select Version in the top-level menu to view the current firmware version.
Figure 11. Version Parameter Menu Path
1. Navigate to Audit ►... ► Version.
2. Press . The software version number displays.
3. Press to exit the menu.
Audit Setpnt TareSetup Accum Mac ID
Wired WiFi
Wi
F
i
MENU
Audit Setpnt TareSetup Accum
DateTime
Mac ID Test Version
MENU

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Indicator Functions
This section provides procedures for basic indicator operations.
Zero Scale
1. In Gross mode, remove all weight from the scale and wait for the LaserLight3 to display .
2. Press , displays to indicate the LaserLight3 is zeroed.
NOTE: The LaserLight3 must be stable and within the configured zero range for it to be zeroed.
Print Ticket
1. Wait for to display.
2. Press to send data to the configured port(s).
If does not display and is pressed, the print action only occurs if the LaserLight3 comes out of motion within
three seconds. If the LaserLight3 stays in motion for over three seconds, the press is ignored.
Toggle Units
Press to toggle between primary and secondary units. The current unit displays.
Toggle Gross/Net Mode
NET mode is available when a tare value has been entered or acquired (Net = Gross minus Tare). If tare has not been entered
or acquired, the display remains in GROSS mode. GR (GROSS) or NT (NET) is indicated on the right side (in Standard Display
Types) or along the bottom (in Legacy Display Type) of the display to indicate the current mode.
Press to toggle the display mode between GROSS mode and NET mode.
Acquire Tare
1. Place a container on the scale and wait for to display.
2. Press to acquire the tare weight of the container. The net weight displays and the NT (Net) is indicated on the
left side of the display.
Remove Stored Tare Value
1. Remove all weight from the scale and wait for to display. The display shows a negative Net value or 0 Gross
value and displays.
NOTE: Press to zero the scale, if is not displayed.
2. Press . Tare is removed and the display changes to GROSS mode and GR (Gross) is indicated on the display.
Display a Stored Tare
Select DispTar (display tare) in the Tare menu to display a stored tare.
Figure 12. DispTar Parameter Menu Path
1. Navigate to Audit ► ... ► Tare ▼ DispTar.
2. Press . The stored tare value displays.
3. Press to exit the menu.
DispTar
Cl
rT
a
r
e
Tare Mac ID
Accum
MENU

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Clear a Stored Tare with Weight on Scale
Select ClrTare (Clear Tare) in the Tare menu to clear a stored tare without the weight being at zero.
NOTE: Press while scale is empty to clear a stored tare.
Figure 13. ClrTare Parameter Menu Path
1. Navigate to Audit ► ... ►Tare ▼ DispTar ►ClrTar.
2. Press or to clear the stored tare value. OK displays.
3. Press to exit the menu.
View Configured Setpoint Values
Select Setpnt (Setpoint) in the top-level menu to view setpoint values.
Figure 14. Setpnt Parameter Menu Path
1. Navigate to Audit ► ... ► Setpnt.
2. Press . The lowest configured setpoint number displays (for example, Setpnt 1).
3. Press or to navigate to the desired setpoint number (1-8).
4. Press . The setpoint value displays.
5. Press again to view the current configured setpoint value.
NOTE: Displayed setpoints are editable by default, since Access defaults to On. Change Access settings if Setpoint value
needs to be read only (Access = Off) or hidden (Access = Hidden).
If access is set to Off, the LaserLight3 does not allow setpoint values to be changed. If access is set to Hidden, the setpoint
does not display.
6. Use arrow keys to edit the setpoint.
7. Press to accept the new value.
8. Press to exit the menu.
DispTar ClrTare
Cl
rT
a
r
e
Tare Mac ID
Accum
MENU
Audit SetpntSetup
MENU