Rice Lake DIGI DC-150 User manual

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 MODE FLOW CHART
1.2 SPECIFICATION
1.3 OVERALL VIEW
1.4 LABEL FORMAT AND LABEL SET UP
1.5 GENERAL EXPLANATION
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SECTION 1. OPERATION MODE −
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−TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
1.0 GENERAL 3
1.0.1 DESCRIPTION 3
1.1 MODE FLOW CHART 4
1.2 SPECIFICATION 5-7
1.3.1 OVERALL VIEW 8 & 9
1.3.2 DISPLAY & KEYS 10
1.3.3 KEY FUNCTION IN OPERATION MODE 11-13
1.4 LABEL FORMAT AND LABEL SET UP 14 - 15
1.5 GENERAL EXPLANATION OF SHELF LOCATION & SET POINT 16 - 17
1.5.3 UNLOCKING PROCEDURE 18
1.5.3 SOFTWARE VERSION RECALL 19
1.5.7 UNIT WEIGHT ENTRY BY SAMPLING 20
1.5.8 UNIT WEIGHT ENTRY BY NUMERIC KEYS 21
1.6 TARE WEIGHT ENTRY 22
1.6.1 ONE TOUCH TARE ENTRY 22
1.6.2 TARE ENTRY BY NUMERIC KEYS 22
1.7 PART NO. ENTRY 23
1.8 PART NAME 23
1.9 LOT NO. ENTRY 24
1.9.2 PRINTER TURN OFF/ON 24
1.10 SEQUENCE NO. ENTRY 25
1.11 ID CODE ENTRY 25
1.12 PARTS COUNTING OPERATION 26
1.12.1 SINGLE TRANSACTION 26
1.12.2 MULTIPLE TRANSACTION 27
1.13 BATCH LABEL PRINT 28
1.14 SELECTING LABEL FORMAT 29
1.14.1 ADDRESS DATA ENTRY 29
1.15 GROSS WEIGHT DISPLAY 30
1.16 AUTO JOB OPERATION MODE 31 - 31
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1.0. GENERAL
1.0.1 DESCRIPTION
The DC-150 counting scale offers a practical solution to a full range
of precision counting applications. There are a variety of models
available ranging from a weight capability of 0.5 lb. through 100 lb.
utilizing an internally mounted load cell and a full range from 0.5 to
50,000 lb. on an external second or third channel. A console model
is also available with 1 or 2 external platforms in any of the above
mentioned capacities in any combination.
This instruction manual will provide the user with all the information
necessary to understand, set-up and operate the DC-150 scale.
Included in this manual are descriptions, specifications, drawings,
and operating instructions.
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1. MODE FLOW CHART
OPERATION MODE Receiving Operation (Manual / Auto Job Operation)
Shipping Operation (Manual / Auto Job Operation)
Checking Operation (Manual / Auto Job Operation)
PROGRAM MODE ID Code Programming
Date & Time Setting
Set Point Setting
Field Titles Programming (No.1 ~ No.16 titles)
Pre-printing Name Programming
Format Copy (No.1 ~ No.7 Formats)
Free Format Programming ( 2 Formats)
Shelf Location Label Programming
Shelf Location Limit - Range Setting
Address Label Programming
CHECK MODE Check Memory Files - Free Addresses
Check Inventory Data - Print Reports
Shelf Location Label - Print Labels
MAINTENANCE MODE Set SPEC Codes - Capacity, Operation, Printing
Memory Deletion - Inventory, formats
Print Adjustment - Contract, Feed
Auto Job Operation Pattern Setting
Data Transfer - Spec Codes, Formats, Inventory
Modem Communication
Printing SPEC List
Attaching Other Devices
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SPECIFICATION - Version 2.00
1.1 MODEL CAPACITIES
All Weight in Pounds
Resolutions Platform Remote
Optional
MODEL Capacity Wgt. Counting Dimensions Scale
Apparatus
0.5 0.0001 0.000001 6” x 8”
1.0 0.0001 0.000002 6” x 8”
2.5 0.0002 0.000005 7” x 10”
151L 5.0 0.0005 0.00001 12” x 14”
10.0 0.001 0.00002 12” x 14” NO YES
25.0 0.002 0.00005 12” x 14”
50.0 0.005 0.0001 12” x 14”
100.0 0.01 0.0002 12” x 14”
REMOTE PLATFORMS
250.0 0.02 0.0005 17” x 21”
500.0 0.05 0.001 17” x 21”
1000.0 0.1 0.002 24” x 28”
152L 2500.0 0.2 0.005 36” x 36” YES
YES
& 5000.0 0.5 0.01 48” x 48”
153L 10000. 1.0 0.02 60” x 60”
25000. 2.0 0.05 48” x 72”
50000. 5.0 0.1 60” x 84”
Capacity Sample Bulk
Scale 1 Scale 2 Platform Platform
0.5 5.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12”
1.0 5.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12”
152D 1.0 10.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12”
& 1.0 25.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12” NO YES
153D 1.0 50.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12”
2.5 10.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12”
2.5 25.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12”
2.5 50.0 4” x 6” 9” x 12”
DC-153C console only has all remote platforms, any capacity.
Remote platforms can be any dimension OR capacity necessary to satisfy the
application. Ramps, bumper guards, meter stands and pit installation kits are
available.
Stainless Steel and Aluminum construction are available.
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2. SCALE SPECIFICATIONS
* WEIGHING DEVICE : Cantilever Load Cell
* DISPLAY DEVICE : Fluorescent Display
* COUNT RESOLUTION : 1/500,000
* WEIGHT RESOLUTION : 1/10,000 , 1/5,000 , 1/2,500
3. MEMORY SPECIFICATIONS
* STANDARD 385 ITEM MEMORY.
* OPTIONAL Expanded 3,080 ITEM MEMORY.
4. INTERFACE VARIATION
*INTERFACES FOR REMOTE APPARATUS
TYPE OF PORT USES REMARKS
RS-232C-1(8PIN) - DIN MODEM/DATA RECORDER STANDARD
RS-232C-2 (8PIN) - DIN BAR CODE LASER SCANNERS
RS-232C-3 (8PIN) - DIN EXTERNAL PRINTER
TTL OUTPUT (8PIN) or RS-422 (8PIN) SET POINT OUTPUT OPTION
KEY BOARD I/F KEY BOARD (IBM-AT)
* OPTIONAL INTERFACES FOR REMOTE LOAD CELLS
TYPE OF PORT USES
REMOTE LOAD CELL -1 15 Pin Amphenol FOR REMOTE CELL PLATFORM
REMOTE LOAD CELL -2 15 Pin Amphenol FOR REMOTE CELL PLATFORM
5. DISPLAY SPECIFICATION
* 20 DIGITS ( 5 X 7 DOTS) Fluorescent DISPLAY
* WEIGHT : 5 DIGITS + MINUS SIGN
* UNIT WEIGHT : 5 DIGITS + DECIMAL
* QUANTITY : 6 DIGITS
6. KEYBOARD - WITH AUDIBLE & TACTILE RESPONSE
* MULTI-FUNCTION KEYS
* FULL ALPHA-NUMERIC KEY ARRAY
* DUST PROOF SEALED PANEL
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7. PRINTER
THERMAL DIRECT PRINT
* 0.135 mm x 0.135 mm SQUARE DOT HEAD
* 66 mm WIDE HEAD = (2.5”)
* 448 DOTS/LINE IN/PER/MIN SPEED
* AUTO ALIGNING LABEL
* LABEL PEEL BAR
* TAKE-UP REEL
* CASSETTE LOADING
* PAPER CUTTER
* LABELS OR PAPER STOCK
8. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
* OPERATION VOLTAGE : 117 220, 230, 240 Vac
* OPERATING FREQUENCY : 60 Hz 50 Hz
* POWER CONSUMPTION : 15 W
* CABLE LENGTH : 6 FOOT
9. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENT
* OPERATING TEMPERATURE : 0 ~ 40C ( -4F ~ 104F)
* OPERATING HUMIDITY : 15% TO 85% RH
10. DIMENSION
* OVERALL - WIDTH x DEPTH x HEIGHT
16.14(W) x 16.06 (D) x 6.2 (H) inches
410(W) x 498 (D) x 158 (H) mm
* TOTAL WEIGHT : 11.2kg (24.lb.)
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2. OVERALL VIEW SIDE VIEW
3. NAME
OF
EACH
PART
1. MAIN SWITCH A. REMOTE LOAD CELL -1 or 3
2. SCALE 1 B. REMOTE LOAD CELL-2
3. SCALE 2 C. PC COMMS / MODEM
4. DISPLAY WINDOW D. SET POINT OUTPUT
5. OPERATION KEYS E. SECONDARY RS-232
6. PRINTER F. IBM KEY BOARD
7. CONNECTOR PANEL G. PEN/LASER SCANNER
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4. DISPLAY and KEYBOARD
INDICATORS MEANINGS
ZERO Weight is zero
STABLE Weight is stable
NET Presence of a tare weight
KG Scale weighing in kg mode.( Default is lb. mode.)
SCALE 1~3 Scale Platform that is in use
INSUFF Sample size is too small to calculate Unit Weight
RECOMP. Unit weight may be recalculated by pressing PIECES key.
MEMORY An accumulated total is in memory
IN Quantities being added to inventory and movement data
OUT Quantities being removed to inventory and movement data
JOB MODULE1~8 Auto job pattern operation
(9~16) 9~16 will flash when in process of auto job operation.
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1.3.3 FUNCTION OF KEYS
0 ~ 9 NUMERIC KEYS
Key numerical values into the system.
•
I N/OUT DECIMAL POINT
Enter decimal point when entering data
Toggle between in, out, non add operation together with [SHIFT DOWN] key in
operation mode.
CLEAR CLEAR
Clear keyed-in data from display.
Delete the data in memory file.
ÆFEED
Feed paper
MODE
MODE
Toggles between FOUR modes. Operation, Program, Check, Maintenance.
Exits modes without saving data.
AUTO
MANUAL
AUTO / MANUAL
Toggles between Auto Job Operation and Manual Operation in OPR. mode.
Back to the precious screen in programming data.
LOT
NO.
LOT NUMBER
Enter the key-in data to LOT No. in OPR mode.
RE-
ZERO
RE-ZERO
Eliminates weight from the weight dispaly with no tare and causes it to show a true
zero. Re-Zero “V” shows software version any mode.
TARE
←
TARE
Enter a tare value into the system.
Toggles the data files to program or access
Move the triangle cursor to Left.
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UNIT
WEIGHT
→
→→
→
UNIT WEIGHT
Enter weight per 1000 count of pieces or is pressed after enter a weight value.
Toggles the data files to program or access
Move the triangle cursor to Right.
SCALE SCALE
Toggles between the scales, if the system is with pural scales.
+
PLUS
Weight data addition and print out
In Maintenance mode, advances to the next choice, when the triangle cursor is
blinking.
_
MINUS
Weight data subtraction and print out
In Maintenance mode, moves back to the previous choice, when the triangle
cursour is blinking.
PIECES
PIECES
Sample entry in counting mode to calculate UNIT WEIGHT. Automatic 10 pieces or
key enter any other sample quantity placed on platter
CODE
RETRY
CODE
Calls ITEM data from memory file.
Reprints the same label without saving inventory total in OPR. Mode. ( SD / code)
Prints TEST LABEL (TOTAL LABEL) in programming FREE FORMAT.



ENTER
ENTER
Print total accumulation in OPR. mode.
Enters set up choices and advances to next choice. Then, at the end of
choices,store the data into memory files.
A ~ Z
+, −, /
ALPHABET / PLUS / PLUS / MINUS / SLASH
Key alphabetical data into the system.
Assign the data to ITEM FILES together with [SHIFT DOWN] key.
NOTE
* "[Y] key is used for executing the deletion in the deletion screen.
* "[N] key is used for escaping the deletion screen.
* "[M] key is used for test printing (gross label) in free format setting.
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SPACE
lb / kg
SPACE
Enters SPACE in alphabetical data entry.
Toggles the display between pound (lb) and kilogram (kg). This function is
available in LB version.
Prints TEST LABEL (ITEM LABEL) in programming FREE FORMAT
SHIFT
DOWN
SHIFT DOWN + DESIGNATED KEY
Change the key functions to the lower line of Alphabet keys.
1. A = ENTER TEMPORARY PART NUMBER
2. B = ENTER TEMPORARY PART NAME
3. C = SEE SHELF LOCATION
4. D = SEE INVENTORY BALANCE
5. E = SEE THRESHOLD ORDER POINT
6. F = SEE SET POINT QTY & PRECENTAGE
7. G = SEE SCALE PLATFORM
8. H = AUTO JOB PATTERN FOR RECEIVING “IN”
9. I = AUTO JOB PATTERN FOR SHIPPING “OUT”
10. J = AUTO JOB PATTERN FOR NON-ADD
11. K = SEE DAY QTY IN
12. L = SEE DAY QTY OUT
13. M = SWITCH NET / GROSS WEIGHT
14. N = SELECT ADDRESS/ MEMO TO PRINT [1-10 / SD / N / * ]
15. O = SELECT FORMAT TO PRINT 1-7 [ 1- 7 / SD / O / CLEAR / * ]
16. P = PRINTER TURNED ON or OFF [ NO INDICATOR LAMP ]
17. Q = BATCH PRINT LABELS TO 999 EACH [ QTY / SD / Q / CLEAR / * ]
18. R = RESET SEQUENCE NUMBER [ NO / SD / R =CONTINUOUS ]
19. V = VERSION NUMBER [REZERO V IN ANY MODE , VER.2.00 AND ABOVE]
20. SPACE = TOGGLE “LB / KG “ CONVERT MODE
21. CODE = RETRY - PRINT ADDITIONAL LABEL
22. “ .” = TOGGLE INVENTORY ACTIVITY “IN / OUT / NON-ADD “
23. = STOP PRINTING AFTER FIELD COMPLETE
24. LOT NO=PRESS TWICE TO DELETE LOT NUMBER
SHIFT
UP
SHIFT UP
Change the key functions to enter special characters from the upper line on
Alphabet keysheet. Punctuation in any A/N field.
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5. LABEL SIZE AND SET UP
6. SPECIFICATION OF LABELS AND RECEIPT PAPER
Outer diameter of rolls : 105 mm = 4-1/4”
Inner diameter of rolls : 40 mm = 1- /8”
Width of receipt rolls : 66 mm = 2-11/16”
Width of label rolls : 66 mm = 2-11/16”
Width of label Stock : 64 mm = 2-9/16”
width of roll
Outer diameter
105 mm
Inner diameter
40 mm
7. STANDARD LABEL FORMAT
DC-150 has 7 standard label formats and 2 free label formats.
Select the label format in PRINT SPEC in maintenance mode.
THREE TYPES OF LABELS CAN BE PRINTED IN OPERATION MODE.
ITEM LABEL ...... Issued in single operation
TOTAL LABEL ...... Issued in multiple operation
GROSS LABEL ...... Issued in gross weight operation
NOTE: Refer to APPENDIX I to see the samples of standard formats.
Label Quantity: 55mm = 500 labels
77mm = 350 labels
120mm = 250 labels
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8. LABEL & PAPER ROLL SET UP
1. Remove front panel of printer.
2. Release thermal head block by pulling down the plastic lock.
3. Open the right side door of printer block by pushing in panel & releasing.
4. Pull out label cassette from the main unit.
5. Twist the roll holder s45 degree clockwise and pull it out to remove.
6. Take out the empty roll core and replace with a new roll.
7. In case of label, take the end of the label stock and run it above the guides oand through
dispenser pand lock backing paper on take up reel qwith paper clampr.
8. Replace by pushing roll holder sinto set reelnas drawing, until it stops.
9. Set label and paper switch on the inside of label cassette.
[LEFT (label) ↔RIGHT(paper)]
10.Slide cassette into the main unit, align the metal dispenser pshaft under the thermal
head.
11.Close the thermal head block by pushing the top of the plastic lock.
12.Close the side panel and replace the front panel of printer.
13. Align & adjust tension of the label roll by pressing [→
→→
→] (feed) Key
14. In the case of paper, install paper roll the same as label stock
15. Fold the end of the paper and hold the fold on dispenser p.
16. Replace the cassette into the main unit and close the thermal head block the same as
label stock.
17. Align the paper by pressing [→
→→
→] (feed) key
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9. GENERAL EXPLANATION
10. OVERVIEW OF SHELF LOCATION PATTERN.
The shelf location number for each inventory item can be programmed into the DC-150 and
labels can be printed for each shelf location.
The Location of parts can be identified with EIGHT AlphaNumeric digits. The first 2 digits are
fixed for scale number. The remaining 6 digits identify the following GRID:
0 1 - 0 2 - 0 2 - 4 - E
SCALE - ROW - RACK - SHELF - BIN
1 2 3 4
a b c
d e f
Note 1)"Only ONE shelf location number can be assigned to a part.
Note 2) "AlphaNumeric Grid default is set to “01-ZZ-ZZ-Z-Z “ which allows any
combination of A/N characters.
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11. OVERVIEW OF SET POINT OUTPUT
Two target values can be programmed for each ID CODE in Memory. A beep sounds to
indicate when the target value is reached. (SET1/SET2.)
The combination of SET1 and SET2 can be selected as follows in Maintenance mode.
COMBINATION SET POINT 1 SET POINT 2
QUANTITY & PERCENTAGE QUANTITY % OF SET POINT 1
QUANTITY & PERCENTAGE ( TO STOP QUANTITY % OF SET POINT 1
WEIGHT & PERCENTAGE WEIGHT(g) % OF SET POINT 1
UPPER LIMIT & LOWER LIMIT OF WEIGHT UPPER LIMIT LOWER LIMIT
UPPER LIMIT & LOWER LIMIT OF QUANTITY UPPER LIMIT LOWER LIMIT
I.E.: COMBINATION = QUANTITY (25,000 PCS.) & 80 %
INTERMITTENT CONTINUOUS
SET POINT 2 SET POINT 1
0 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 80 % 25,000 PCS
20,000 PCS TOTAL
* When the weight value is a equal to (or over) the target SET1, intermittent buzzer
sounds. When the weight value is a equal to (or over) the target SET2, buzzer change
to continuous.
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12. REMOVE THE LOCKING SCREW FOR LOAD CELL
The load cell is locked with socket screw and nut during transportation. Please remove
the locking screw, nut and the metal plate during set up as shown in the following drawing.
1.1. When setting up,
release the load cell
a. Loosen the lock nut.
b. Remove socket screw.
c. Remove 4 screws and
the metal plate.
1.2. Before
transportation,
mount load cell lock.
a. Set metal plate with
4 screws.
b. Set the socket screw
until it touches the
load
cell and tighten up one
revolution.
c. Tighten the lock nut.
NOTE : "
""
"When
Shipping DC-150
Be Sure To Lock
Scale As Shown
Or Permanent
Damage May
Occur To Load Cell
That Would
Require
Non-Warranty
Replacement.
NOTE : "
""
"When
calibration cannot be performed correctly, please check to see whether all
the screws have been removed.
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13. SOFTWARE VERSION RECALL (Ver. 2.00 and above)
Software Version recall may be used on any DC-150 with software version 2.00 and above.
1. Press [MODE] key.
Any Mode may be displayed.
OPERATION MODE
2. Press [REZERO] & [V] key at the same time.
the version number will be displayed for several
seconds then return to whichever mode was
Ver. D2.00
previously displayed.
OPERATION MODE
14. STOP PRINTING ENTRY
Any time when printing reports or spec list you wish to stop printing
Press and the [→
→→
→](feed)key in until printing stops then release.
15. TOGGLE INVENTORY ( IN / OUT / NON-ADD )
TO TOGGLE BETWEEN IN / OUT / NON-ADD
Press [SHIFT DOWN] key followed by the [•
••
•] within 3 seconds.
NOTE: "An indicator light will show ‘IN’ AND ‘OUT’. No light will light for ‘NON-ADD’.
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