GSE Model 350/355 DIGITAL WEIGH INDICATOR Technical Reference Manual Version 2.0
1 CHAPTER 1:INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting the GSE Model 350/355 Indicator. The Model 350 and Model 355 continue the GSE tradition of Excellence
91 DISPLAY READS X 100.00 9. Pause for motion delay. DISPLAY READS X Cal ~ Good? ~ 100.00 10. Press( to accept calibration. DISPLAY READS X Ent
92 8. Enter . DISPLAY READS X 10000 9. Press1 to establish span. DISPLAY READS X 10000. 10. Pause for motion delay. DISPLAY READS X Cal ~
93 9. Press ( to establish span. DISPLAY READS X 10000. 10. Pause for motion delay. DISPLAY READS X Cal ~ Good? ~ 10000. 11. Press ( to accept calibr
94 DISPLAY READS X 2500. 9. Pause for motion delay. DISPLAY READS X Cal ~ Good? ~ 2500. 10. Press 1 to accept calibration. DISPLAY READS X Ente
95 11. Press ( to save calibration. DISPLAY READS X Enter ~ =End 12. Press ( to exit calibration. DISPLAY READS X 5055. 13. Remove the calibration
96 DISPLAY READS X Fast ~ Cal~First ~ Zero? ~2640. 3. Press ! ! !. DISPLAY READS X Only ~ Zero? ~ 2640. 4. Remove any load on the scale. DISPLAY READ
97 5. Place a 100lb test weight on scale. DISPLAY READS X Code03 6. Press . DISPLAY READS X First ~ Zero? ~ -0.26 7. Remove any load on the sca
98 4. Press ( to establish zero. DISPLAY READS X Enter ~ Load? ~ 0.00 5. Place a 100lb test weight on scale. DISPLAY READS X Code03 6. Press ".
99 If the calibration weight value was entered before applying the test weight, Add ~ Load is displayed indicating that the test weight should now be
100 3. Press 1 or (. DISPLAY READS X Enter ~ =End 4. Press 1 or ( to exit calibration. DISPLAY READS X 99.66 When saving calibration, param
2 Input (J4): 12 – 26VAC / 12 – 36 VDC One of four wall mount transformers supplied: North American: Input: 120VAC, 30W, 60 Hz Output: 20VAC, 800mA Un
101 CHAPTER 6: LEGAL FOR TRADE The Model 350/355 default parameter setup does not ensure compliance with legal-for-trade installations as mandated by
102 To install the panel mount tag: 1. Remove the electronics. 2. Carefully score the case so the drill will not slip. 3. Drill the mounting holes
103 Sealing And Audit Trails Most legal-for-trade installations will require the Model 350/355 to be sealed. A sealed indicator cannot be accessed for
104 AUDIT TRAILS Three separate incrementing, non-resetable audit trail parameters are used by the Model 350/355 to indicate changes to various parame
105 DISPLAY READS XSetup~Enter ~ Code! 2. Press ( DISPLAY READS X -No- ~ Chgs!~P110 ~ FS ~ xx.xx 3. Press !. DISPLAY READS X Audit ~ Trail~C
106 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter contains error messages and information parameters, as well as information on setup parameter selections a
107 SETUP MODE ERRORS Bad ~ Code! An incorrect access code was entered. Unit ~ Seald Access to the Setup or Calibration Mode was denied. Check
108 CALIBRATION ERRORS F.S. ~ TooHi The entered calibration weight will result in an over-capacity condition at full scale. Verify that the full sc
109 To view the setup parameter selections (355): 1. From the Weigh Mode, press !. DISPLAY READS X Setup~Enter ~ Code! 2. Press (. DISPLAY READS
110 Table 29: Information Parameters PARAMETER NAME DESCRIPTION 60000 E2Ins Total amount of EEPROM storage. 60001 E2Fre Amount of available EEPROM sto
3 Wall Mount Kit Swivel bracket/stand for zinc die cast enclosure Panel Mount Kit Mounts zinc die cast enclosure to user panel Cutou
111 62005 Analg ~ 0-20A 62006 Analg ~ 4-20A Allows the analog output to be changed by pressing 1 or (. Output will toggle through 0, 25, 50 and 100 p
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4 ANNUNCIATORS Annunciators provide mode and status information. When illuminated, they indicate the following conditions: SP1 Setpoint #1 activa
5 Key Press WEIGH MODE Count Mode Setup Mode 1 Performs an auto-tare function (if enabled) and/or accepts an entry in progress. Performs an auto-t
6 Key Press WEIGH MODE Count Mode Setup Mode " Performs a gross zero function and/or clears an entry in progress. Hold this key on power-up
7 2 Toggles the units of measure between lb, kg, g, lb oz, oz. # Tares any displayed weight and selects the net mode. ! Toggles the display between GR
8 7.33” – 7.45”(186.2 – 189.2mm)5.25” – 5.37”(133.4 – 136.4mm)PANELCUTOUTCHAPTER 2: INDICATOR INSTALLATION This chapter contains information necessary
9 PERMANENT MOUNTING The optional mounting bracket allows the zinc die cast enclosure to be securely fastened to another surface. The bracket is attac
10 Figure 7: Model 350 Stainless Steel Dimensions Figure 8: Model 355 Outline Drawing
11 Wiring A description of all wiring terminals is included on the bottom label of the zinc die cast enclosure as shown in Figure 9. LOAD C
12 The maximum recommended cable length is 50 feet (15 meters). However, much longer connections are possible if using a properly shielded, low-capaci
13 well. A minimum contact duration of 100 ms is required. Once invoked, the selected remote key operation will not repeat until the contact is releas
14 INTERNAL AC OR DC POWER SUPPLY The Model 350/355 internal power supply model may be powered by an external VAC power source connected to (J10) on t
15 CHAPTER 3: OPTION INSTALLATION The capabilities of the Model 350 can be expanded with the use of one or more option kits. This chapter provides in
16 Swivel Bracket The Model 350/355 has an optional stainless steel swivel bracket for secure mounting to desks, tabletops or walls. See the Mounting
17 Figure 18: Model 350 Panel Mount Installation (Die Cast Model) o INDICATOR CAN BE INSTALLED USING EITHER BUTTON OR HEX HEAD SCREWS.
18 Analog Card Connections The 16-bit electrically-isolated analog output module provides a highly accurate analog signal, proportional to weight. Thi
19 To install the Analog Output Model (350 Stainless Model and 355): 1. Open the indicator. Remove the eight screws from the back of the unit. 2.
20 Table 2: Analog Output Connections Pin Connection Name Description 1 Earth Ground Non-isolated earth ground (future use). 2 + 5 VDC Isolated 5 v
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21 To test the 0-10v output mode: 1. Enter the Setup Mode (see Setup Mode on page 40). Chngs Poss! P110.-- ~ F.S.= ~ 100.00 2. Attach the voltmet
22 6. Press 1 or ( to set the output to 0%. 0-20A ~ 0P 0.00 V 7. Press 1 or ( to increase the output to 25%. 0-20A ~ 25P 2.5 V 8. Press1 or ( to i
23 6 V 9. Press 1 or( to increase the output to 75%. 4-20A ~ 75P 8 V 10. Press 1 or ( to increase the output to 100%. 4-20A ~ 100P 10V Analog Ou
24 Analog Output Calibration Table 4: Analog Output Calibration Parameters PARAMETER SETTING DISPLAYED NAME DESCRIPTION TYPE/CHOICES (*=DEFAULT) P
25 61203%s54555%e P61203. 0 Gn 54555 61204%s10910%e P61204. 4 off 10910 61205%s54555%e P61205. 4 Gn 54555 612
26 Setpoint Card Connections Using one of the software setpoint configurations (see General Setpoint Setup on page 63) in conjunction with the setpoi
27 Be sure to avoid ‘pinching’ the cable between the housing halves. Affix all appropriate labels to the back of the indicator. To install the Setp
28 Table 5: Setpoint Output Specifications (24350B-100C0) Characteristic Limits Operating Voltage Range (47-63 Hz) 20-280 VRMS Max Load Current 1 A
29 Place this label above the setpoint card knockout (die cast) Figure 23: Wire the option connector in accordance with the label (left to right)
30 RS-485 Networking The Model 350/355 controller supports address recognition for multi-drop communications. This section describes the installation
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31 NETWORK CONNECTIONS Apply the supplied label over the appropriate COMM PORT pin designations. On the stainless steel enclosure, apply the label m
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33 20 mA Current Loop Option Description: This option will convert the comm port of the indicator to a 20 mA current loop instead of an RS-232. This
34 MAX VOLTAGE Active mode Tx current loop provides a driving voltage of 12v. This will allow 20 mA current flow with up to a 600 ohm load. Passive
35 Battery Power Supply The Battery Module gives the Model 350/355 portability, providing an Model 350/355 with an LCD display and one loadcell 20 hou
36 Figure 27: Battery Option Installation (350 die cast) PIN DESIGNATIONS See Figure 28 for main board battery connectio
37 Figure 28: Model 350/355 Main Board Battery Connection ON/OFF SWITCH The on/off switch for the Model 350 die cast is a rocker-type switch that mo
38 TEMPERATURE SENSING If the ambient temperature sensor RT1 on the board is colder than 10 degrees C, the battery will trickle charge and not enter f
39 Version 1 kits (GSE P/N: 24350B-120B0-- Zinc Die Cast Model and GSE P/N: 24350B-121B0-- Stainless Steel Model) do not support automatic shutdown.
40 CHAPTER 4: CONFIGURATION Entering the Setup Mode (Model 350) To prevent accidental changes to the Indicator Setup, a sequence of keystrokes is us
i Table of Contents CHAPTER 1:INTRODUCTION... 1 STAN
41 Entering the Setup Mode (Model 355) To prevent accidental changes to the Indicator Setup, a sequence of keystrokes is used to gain access to the
42 DISPLAY READS X. 2. Press DISPLAY READS X P111.09 ~ 1Grad ~ 0.01 3. Repeat to back up one parameter. To access the previous parameter (M
43 Changing a Parameter Value SELECTION PARAMETERS Selection parameters have a pre-defined list of choices to pick from. Each choice is numbered and c
44 To enter a Key-In Parameter (355): 1. Key in the number by using the numeric keys. 2. Press ! to accept the entry. To setup a full scale value of
45 3. Press 1 to save setup changes. DISPLAY READS X Enter ~ =End 4. Press 1 to complete exit. DISPLAY READS X 0.00 To exit the Setup Mode and s
46 To exit the Setup Mode without saving changes (355): 1. Press " to begin exiting Setup Mode. DISPLAY READS X Enter ~ =CAL! 2. Press to byp
47 List of Parameters The Model 350 and Model 355 have several parameters that can be configured to your specific application. Below is a table of the
48 Parameter Number Display Name Default Value Valid Range/ Choices Parameter Description Page P410.-- Euro Disable Enable / Disable 9991/9990 (Key
49 Stability is defined as weight fluctuations within an aperture that can be regarded as being a stable weight. Deviations outside this aperture are
50 Note that if a setpoint activation method is set to 1, disabling Auto Tare will also disable the activation of that setpoint. P169 Auto Tare Cl
ii Isolation ... 33 M
51 Enable / disable the RS-485 multi-drop network option. Requires that an RS-485 option board be installed. This option allows up to 250 RS-485 devic
52 Determines the TIME format style, 12 hour or 24 hour. If in 12 hour mode the right most decimal point on the LED display will become the PM indicat
53 Enables or disables the bargraph display on the LCD version of the Model 350/355 display. This setup parameter only appears if an LCD display is i
54 Choice 7: <STX><Unsigned DATA><sp><CR> Choice 8: <STX><Signed DATA><sp><lb/kg><sp><Gr
55 Custom Transmit The serial output of the Model 350/355 can be configured for a custom application such as a remote display format, a customized com
56 Figure 29: Custom Transmit File ENTERING ASCII TEXT ASCII text is defined as printable characters, including alpha-numerics as well as punctuation
57 Table 12: ASCII / HEXADECIMAL CONVERSION CHART HEX CHAR DEC 00 NUL 000 1A SUB026 34 4 052 N 078 68 h 104 0
58 PARAMETER SELECTION NUMBERS The following sequence enters parameters into a custom transmit: %e , the parameter number, %e%e , a format code, and t
59 Time/Date Format Codes 1 “10:07:40 am 01/26/01 Includes seconds with time. 2 “10:08 01/26/01” 24 hour time format. 4 “10:11 am Jan 26, 2001” Print
60 DISPLAY READS X 20 To sample using variable counts: 1. From the Weigh Mode, Press ! to view the current net weight. DISPLAY READS X 1.05 2.
iii Pre-acts (General) ... 64 Learn F
61 Analog Output Calibration This section requires firmware rev 010 or later. Table 16: Analog Output Calibration Parameters PARAMETER SETTING DIS
62 61202%s0%c P61202. 0 off 0 61203%s54555%e P61203. 0 Gn 54555 61204%s10910%e P61204. 4 off 10910 612
63 Setpoint Setup The Model 350/355 has several pre-programmed scale setpoint applications available at P5100. Various related setpoint parameters may
64 PRE-ACTS (GENERAL) Pre-Acts are control actions prior to reaching a desired target value. Necessary to prevent over-filling due to product flow rat
65 CHANGING TARGETS FROM THE WEIGH MODE (GENERAL) When a setpoint operation is configured from the Setup Mode, certain parameters are made available i
66 To change targets from the Weigh Mode (355 IS): 1. Press $. DISPLAY READS X0.00 2. Press ! to view the current fill target. DISPLAY READS XTarg
67 NOTE: Right-side bars will have the same scaling (lb per bar) as the left-side bars. They are represented as a mirror image of each other. Bars O
68 Fill The fill program is used for single-speed or dual-speed filling operations. The dual-speed fill operation allows for both a fast and a slow fi
69 Pre-act 2 specifies the target where the final cutoff should occur, regardless of a single-speed or dual-speed operation. Pre-act 1 controls set
70 Setpoint Selection Function Description P5107.0 Start 1 Setpoint 1 activation method. P5108.-- Targ 2 Ingredient 2 target value. P5109.-- PA 2
iv Example (Absolute Check-Weighing) ... 83 REMOTE KEY OPERATION..
71 PA 2 are the subsets for Targ 1. The pre-acts can be deleted as subsets by choosing ‘disabled’ at P5114 and P5115. See Changing Targets from the We
72 Table 20: Setpoint Setup (Discharge) Setpoint Selection Function Description P5100.1 Discharge Select discharge setpoint operation. P5101.-- Tar
73 TARGET CHANGES FROM THE WEIGH MODE (DISCHARGE) When Discharge is configured in the setpoint setup, Targ 1 automatically becomes an available mode f
74 Setpoint Selection Function Description P5105.-- PA 1 Pre-act 1 value for vessel fill. P5106.1 Learn 1 Learn feature for pre-act 1. P5107.0 S
75 Pre-acts 1 and 2 are always available as subsets of their respective targets from the Weigh Mode. Since the discharge portion of the Both cycle
76 Setpoint Selection Function Description P5137.1 Rstb 2 Reset 2 stability setting. P5141.1 Base 3 Select from Net, Gross or Count (Quantity) fo
77 EXAMPLE (INDEPENDENT) Setup a continuous-cycle static weighing system that fills a weigh hopper from a storage bin. The weigh hopper should stop th
78 8 40.00 to 41.25 7 41.25 to 42.50 6 42.50 to 43.75 5 43.75 to 45.00 4 45.00 to 46.25 3 46.25 to
79 Figure 35: Examples of the Bargraph "Below, Within and Above Tolerance" NOTE: (bargraph for filling and emptying modes) For modes
80 according to the percentages entered. The desired target may be based on gross weight, net weight or quantity (if counting is enabled). Only the an
81 3. Press 1 or ( to set a new fill target of 400 lbs. DISPLAY READS XTarg1 ~ 400 4. Press 1 or ( to select the Pre-Act 1 (subset) value of
82 SETPOINT ACTIVATION (ABSOLUTE CHECK-WEIGHING) In order for the annunciators or setpoints to activate, the displayed value must be at least five gra
83 EXAMPLE (ABSOLUTE CHECK-WEIGHING) With a system set up to check-weigh 50 lb. cement bags, the following settings might be used check-weigh bag from
84 Command ASCII HEX Description Piece Wt. Entry %9 B9h Allows a piece weight to be entered serially. For example, 0.10%9 will enter a piece weig
85 2. Press 2 twice to move the decimal point over to separate the month from the day. It is not necessary to enter a 0 before a single digit month. I
86 7. Press to toggle through the numbers to enter the seconds. The seconds do not have to be entered. Press 1 to bypass entering the seconds. DIS
87 The RS-485 multi-drop network option supports both half duplex (2- wire) and full duplex (4-wire) modes of operation. The mode of operation is det
88 CHAPTER 5: CALIBRATION Setup Mode Calibration You can enter the Calibration Mode after accessing the Setup Mode to view and/or change parameter set
89 Establishing Zero The Model 350/355 provides five methods for obtaining a zero (no load) calibration reference, First Zero, Last Zero, False Zero,
90 DISPLAY READS X Enter ~ Load ~ 0.00 6. Place a 100lb test weight on scale. DISPLAY READS X Enter ~ Load ~ 99.66 7. Enter . DISPLAY READS
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