Digi DC-200 Wartungshandbuch

77159 DC-200/300 Counting Scale Service Manual Counting Scale Version 1.37

• Operation Mode – print a label or report• Report Mode – print out a report•Program Mode – enter information about an item into temporary memory•

8. Set Label IDdisable ID ControlSetDisable IDControlEnd9. Set Check Digitdon’t computecheck digitdon’t transmitSetDon’tComputeDon’tTransmitEnable Ful

10. Set Label Lengthset minimum lengthset length = 0SetSetMinimumLengthSet 0Set 0End

7.2.7 Programming the QuickScan Keyboard Wedge ScannerIf you are using the QuickScan keyboard wedge barcode scanner connected to the IBM keyboard port

7.3 Connecting a Force BalanceA force balance can serve as an external scale when connected to one of the DC-200/300’s RS-232C ports. 7.3.1 Spec Sett

7.3.2 Connecting the Force Balance to the RS-232C PortFigure 7-2. Connection from Scale to Force Balancea force balance on SIO1a PC on SIO2SPEC 20: R

8.0 Firmware UpgradeThe DC-200/300 uses a flash ROM rather than an EPROM to store its programming. This allows a dealer orauthorized technician to upgr

3. The WinDload Setup screen will appear.Figure 8-3. WinDload Installation Setup ScreenPlease make sure that all other applications are closed, then c

of the dialog box or type a new folder name under “Program Folders”.Figure 8-5. Select WinDload Program Folder6. The installation program will now che

close the installation program and complete the process.Figure 8-7. WinDload Installation Complete8.3 Setting Up the WinDload Software1. Start the Win

The following options will be available from the toolbar:2. From the “Options” menu, click on “Software Settings”.Figure 8-9. WinDload Software Settin

1.3 Interface Ports The DC-200/300 is equipped with a number of interface ports enabling it to be connected with other devices.There are RS-232C po

Locations”.Figure 8-10. WinDload File Locations SelectionUse the drop-down “Select Series” list box to select “DC”. Then choose “DC200/DC300” from the

6. The program will now allow you to browse your computer for the latest DC-200/300 BIN ZIP files. Onceyou have located and selected the file, click the

8.4 Connecting the DC-200/300 Scale to the ComputerIn order to download the firmware to the scale, you will need to connect the RS-232C port on the DC-

8.5 Downloading Firmware to the Scale1. In the WinDload program’s main screen, click on the Start Monitoring button. The program will showthat it is “

4. Next, the program will ask you to confirm that you really want to erase the scale’s flash memory. Thecurrent DC-200/300 software version will be disp

6. When the downloading of the new firmware to the scale is completed, the program will flash a messagesaying Download Complete.Figure 8-20. WinDload Do

9.0 Appendix9.1 DC-200/300 Error Message ListThe DC-200/300’s two-line alphanumeric display allows for detailed error messages. Use Table 9-1 to find

Key invalid The key you have pressed is not valid during this operationRecheck the instructions for this operation to see what the valid key functions

9.2 Appendix - Rezero FunctionsThe DC-200/300 uses the REZERO key in combination with other keys to provide shortcuts to certain functionsor to allow

REZERO + 515 Peel Sensor Adjustment When the printer is set to partially peel the backing off the label stock, the Peel Sensor determines where the en

2.0 Installation This section describes the procedure for the installation and setup of the DC-200/300 counting scale. 2.1 Unpacking Do not turn sc

9.3 Character Code TablesThese tables can be used together with the SHIFT UP + V (CHAR TYPE) keys to enter characters not availabledirectly from the D

Table 9-4. ASCII Character Chart (Part 2)ASCII Dec Hex ASCII Dec Hex ASCII Dec Hex ASCII Dec HexCtrl-^ RS 30 1E > 62 3E ^ 94 5E ~ 126Ctrl-_ US 31 1

9.3.2 Teraoka CodesTo enter an character from the Teraoka Code Table in a text field that will support it (ex. Part Name, Part Number,Factory Name, Add

2.2 Repacking If the DC-200/300 counting scale must be returned for modification, calibration or repair, it must be properlypacked with sufficient cu

2.5 Initialize Scale Specifications When first setting up the DC-200/300 scale, the specifications can all be set to their default values in oneproced

the procedure is taking place.7. Once the settings are reinitialized, the scale will go through its normal start-up segment check and thenreturn to th

2.7 Calibration (Span Adjustment)The DC-200/300 counting scale is a high-precision instrument. Although the scale needs very little maintenance,you ma

4. The scale display confirms that you are in the Calibration Mode. 5. Next, press the REPRINT key to enter the zero setting mode.6. Choose which scal

10. Press the REPRINT key to enter the weight calibration setting.11. Put a calibrated weight on the platform equal to the total capacity of the scale

2.8 Setting Time and DateOnce you set the internal clock for the correct day and time it will continue to keep them, even when the scale isoff, using

use the + (plus) and – (minus) keys to scroll through the specifications until you find the one you want.Then make your changes per the instructions in

SPEC Description00 Auto Power Saving When No Weight Change & No Key Press0: Disable (DEFAULT)1: 1 minute2: 2 minutes3: 3 minutes4: 4 minutes5: 5 m

10 Set Point Buzzer0: Buzzer on (DEFAULT)1: Buzzer off11 Clear All Input Key in One Touch 0: Yes1: No (DEFAULT)12 Keep Lot Number in Registration (Ope

22 RS-232 Data Length for 8 Pin DIN 1 Connector0: 7 bits1: 8 bits (DEFAULT)23 RS-232 Stop Bit for 8 Pin DIN 1 Connector0: 1 bit (DEFAULT)1: 2 bits24 R

37 IBM Keyboard Port0: IBM Keyboard 1: Scanner38 Barcode Scanner (BCS) With Header0: Yes (DEFAULT) 1: No39 Track Nprint (TNP) Time Out0: 2 seconds (DE

51 Human Readable Barcode Printing Format0: No print (DEFAULT) 1: Print52 Item Data Printing Format (DC-300 only)Sets the justification for printing th

Table 2-1. DC-200/300 (141) Settings64 Scale A <–> BSets whether the unit weight determined by sampling on Scale A is automatically transferred

Weight and Measurement Specification (142 Settings)1. Press and hold the REZERO key and enter 142 using the numeric keypad. SP600 appears in weightdisp

605Load Cell Sensitivity Selection in mV/V for Scale A0: 4.00 mV/V1: 3.76 mV/V2: 3.52 mV/V3: 3.28 mV/V4: 3.04 mV/V5: 2.80 mV/V6: 2.56 mV/V7: 2.32 mV/V

612Load Cell Type for Scale B0: Standard / Normal load cell (DEFAULT)1: Abnormal load cell with large offset 613A/D Board Type for Scale B0: Normal (D

Contents 1.0 Overview ...

622Tare Accumulation0: No (DEFAULT)1: Yes623 Digital Tare When Loaded0: Allow (DEFAULT)1: Inhibit624Tare Subtraction (for Load Tare Only)0: Yes (DEFAU

Table 2-2. DC-200/300 (142) Settings2.9.2 Configuring Spec 141 and 142 Settings Using the Spec Upload UtilityThe DC-300 Utility Program includes a modu

Change Spec Settings Using the Spec Upload Utility1. With the scale turned on and at the Stand-by screen, press REZERO + SHIFT UP. The scale display

Select the radio button for Read From Scale. Also make sure that the Scale No. radio button for 192.168.0.1 (theIP address of the DC-300) has been se

the scale and also save the new configuration to a named file on your computer for future updating of thisscale or matching the specifications on another

9. The program will confirm with the message Successfully Sent while the scale display shows thefollowing.If you power off the scale while the saving

Uploading Saved Spec Configurations to a DC-200/300To download the spec settings from a DC-200/300 to the computer, see Section 2.9. If you already hav

Note: If you have not yet installed the DC-300 Utility Programs, see “Installing the DC-300 Utility Program”.Figure 2-8. Load From File ScreenAt the o

5. In the next screen you have the option to change any of the spec settings saved in this file beforeuploading.Figure 2-9. User Specification ScreenTo

8. The program will confirm with the message Successfully Sent while the scale display shows thefollowing.If you power off the scale while the saving

5.2.4 Downloading the Label Format From the Computer to the Eltron Printer ... 675.2.5 Predesigned

2.10 Modes of OperationThe DC-200/300 has four main modes of operation:•Operation Mode – where all the basic weighing and counting operations are perf

3.0 MaintenanceThe following section describes basic maintenance involved with the DC-200/300 counting scale.3.1 Hardware Testing3.1.1 RAM and Communi

RS-232 Main Port TestIn order to perform the RS-232 port testing, you will need to have or make two test connectors with pins 4 and 5connected as foll

RS-232 Option Card TestYour DC-200/300 comes standard with the option board installed that gives you two additional RS-232 ports.You will need the two

Ethernet Port Test 1. Press the + (plus) key to move to a test of the Ethernet port. If the port tests successfully, the followingmessage is displ

3.1.2 Internal Test CountThis test allows you to see more detail on the scale’s internal resolution than you can see on the weight andcounting display

Figure 3-4. Voltage Checkpoints3.2 Internal Printer Tests and Adjustments (DC-300 only)The following sections describe internal printer tests and the

3.2.2 Adjusting the Printer Label Gap SensorThe built-in printer in the DC-300 has a label gap sensor designed to detect the gap between labels on a l

Setting mode. The following will appear on the display.Figure 3-7. Gap Sensor Voltage Adjustment2. You can test the voltage variation between the labe

to save the change and exit to the Stand-by screen.• Press the TARE key to exit to the Stand-by screen without making any changes.3.2.3 Adjusting the

About This Manual This manual contains technical instructions and procedures for servicing the DC-200/300 counting scale. It is forthe use of DIGI

display will show the message, PLEASE WAIT... until the procedure is done. Do not power off the scale while the memory clearing operation is in proces

3.4 Technical Drawings3.4.1 DC-300 Exploded ViewFigure 3-9. DC-300 Exploded View

3.4.2 DC-300 Block DiagramFigure 3-10. DC-300 Block Diagram

3.4.3 DC-200 Block DiagramFigure 3-11. DC-200 Block Diagram

4.0 Assembly/Disassembly of the DC-200/300The following instructions show the procedures for disassembling various parts of the scale to replace the d

4.2 Disconnecting the Display BoardThe display board is inside the main scale cover. Before following the steps listed below, you have to remove thema

Figure 4-7. Display Board Front View4.3 Disconnecting the Keyboard Circuit BoardIn order to disconnect the Keyboard Circuit Board, you must first have

4.4 Removing the Interface Main BoardIn order to carry out this procedure, you must first have removed the scale’s Main Cover as described inSection 4.

4.5 Removing the Printer Drawer Block (DC-300 only)1. Disconnect the connector from the printer to the Main Board, as shown below.Figure 4-13. Disconn

4.6 Removing the Thermal Print Head (DC-300 only)1. Open the printer drawer block.2. Remove the screw holding the print head assembly in place.Figure

1.0 Overview 1.1 DC-200/300 Specifications The following table illustrates all specifications associated with the DC-200/300 counting scale. General

6. Pull the thermal print head out vertically from the print head assembly.Figure 4-19. Removing the Thermal Print HeadFigure 4-20. Thermal Print Head

5.0 Network and Interfaces: External Printers5.1 Connecting an External Printer to the Scale5.1.1 Spec Settings for External PrintersIn order for the

Table 5-1. Spec Settings for RS232C Ports SIO1 and SIO25.1.2 Connecting the Printer to the RS-232C PortThe DC-200/300 can be connected to an external

Table 5-2. Nine-Pin DIN Connector- External PrinterTable 5-3. Eight-Pin DIN Connector - DC-200/3005.2 Eltron PrintersThe instructions below will walk

5.2.2 Designing a Label1. Install the Create-A-Label software from Eltron on your computer and open the program.2. Open the template file supplied by D

4. To add items to your design, select the Draw menu and choose either text, bar code, line or box.• Line or Box - you can use the drawing tools to pu

You can also choose to insert the DIGI Header Code, if you choose to, by putting the header code in quotesbefore the linked field. Adding the header co

Figure 5-7. Reducing String LengthsDO NOT change the default field size for the bar codes for Tare, Net Weight, or Unit Weight. Doingso may cause them

If you have clicked on the preview check box, the graphic or picture will appear in the preview pane.Figure 5-9. Inserting a Picture or a Graphic5.

7. Change the “O” in the first line to an “N”.Figure 5-10. Editing the .EJF File8. In the second and third lines, if the name is too long for the progr

1.2 Keyboard and Display Figure 1-1 shows the DC-200/300 console with annunciators, the alphanumeric keyboard and the numerickeypad. Annunciators a

Figure 5-12. Sample .EJF File in WordPad After EditingNFK”DIGIDC2"FS”DIGIDC2"V00, 32, N, ""V01, 10, N, ""V02, 6, N, &quo

5.2.4 Downloading the Label Format From the Computer to the Eltron Printer1. Install the Eltrterm.exe download program supplied by DIGI and open it.2.

5.2.5 Predesigned Label Formats for Eltron PrintersIn order to make it easier for you, DIGI can supply you with four basic label format templates for

The contents of the .EJF file for Eltron Label Format 1 are:Table 5-5. Sample .EJF File in WordPad After EditingNFK"L1"FS"L1"V00,32

Label Format L2 - Individual Label Without an ID CodeThis template will print a single label without an Item ID Code when the *, + or - key is pressed

Label Format L3 - Total Label With an ID CodeThis template will print a total label with an Item ID Code. It would be used when doing an accumulation

Label Format L4 - Total Label Without an ID CodeThis template will print a total label without an Item ID Code. It would be used when doing an accumul

5.2.6 Testing to See What Label Format or Graphic is in the Eltron Printer’s Memory1. On the Windows Taskbar, click on the Start Button.2. From the St

Figure 5-19. ASCII Setup in HyperTerminal10. Click on the OK button to close the ASCII Setup dialog box, then click on the OK button to close thePrope

5.2.7 Printing to the Eltron Printer from the DC-200/300 Scale1. Make sure that the following DC-200/300 spec codes are properly set for printing to t

1.2.1 Annunicators Table 1-2 shows a list of the annunciators that the DC-200/300 uses to provide additional information about thevalue being displ

5.3 Epson PrintersThe DC-200/300 also includes a pre-programmed format that works with Epson printers or printers that emulateEpson printers.Figure 5-

6.0 Network and Interfaces: Connection to a PCThe DC-200/300 can be connected to an IBM-compatible personal computer either by using one of its RS-232

2. To change the IP Address of the DC-200/300, press the Edit button. Enter the new address in the IPAddress field.Figure 6-1. Machine Setup Utility3.

6.1.4 Ethernet Cable Connection Between the Scale and the ComputerIf you are connecting the scale directly to an IBM-compatible PC, use a category 5 E

Figure 6-3. Select Network Interface Card4. Once you have selected your NIC card for the TCP/IP protocol, click on the Properties button. This willope

5. You may be prompted to insert your Windows operating disc by a dialog box like the one below. If so,put the disc in your CD drive and click the OK

ready for data transfer to and from the computer.Figure 6-9. Data Transfer Ready Confirmation9. You can now use the software tools you received on the

6.1.8 Pinging the Scale to Test the Ethernet ConnectionIf you are having trouble establishing an Ethernet connection between the DC-200/300 scale and

6.2 RS-232 ConnectionThe DC-200/300 scale output can be sent to and captured by the HyperTerminal program in Microsoft Windows.This connection can als

6.2.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232C PortThe DC-200/300 can be connected to an IBM compatible personal computer using one of the RS-232C ports onthe

. KeyDescriptionTurns the scale display on or offUsed to enter numeric values. When using the scale, first enter a numeric value, then press the app

6.2.3 Configuring Communication Between the Scale and the Computer1. On the Windows Taskbar, click on the Start Button.2. From the Start menu select Pr

6.2.5 Sending Data from the Scale to HyperTerminal1. Establish a unit weight and a count on the DC-200/300.2. Press the * Reprint key to send the data

6.2.7 Requesting Data From the Scale Using HyperTerminalThe Windows HyperTerminal application can also be used to send commands to the DC-200/300 scal

7.0 Network and Interfaces: Scanners, Keyboards, Balances7.1 Connecting an IBM KeyboardThe DC-200/300 can be connected to an IBM PC/AT keyboard to spe

In addition to using the alphabetic and numeric keys on the IBM PC/AT keyboard to enter information such asPart Name, Part Number, Address, etc, the I

With headers, the bar code data is received as follows:HEADER DATA CR (carriage return)Without headers, the bar code data is received as follows:DATA

7.2.4 Connecting the Scanner to the RS-232C Port7.2.5 Configuring the Keyboard Port for a ScannerA wedge scanner (a type of scanner which emulates a ke

7.2.6 Programming the QSC-6000 Plus Quickscan RS-232C ScannerIf you are using the Quickscan RS-232C barcode scanner sold by Rice Lake Weighing Systems

3. Set Handshaking Requirementsdisable hardware handshakingdisable CTS/RTS flow controldisable XON/XOFF softwarehandshakingSetDisableHardwareDisableCTS

5. Set Intercharacter Delay0 millisecondsSet0millisecondsEnd6. Disable ACK/NAKSetDisableACK/NAKEnd7. Set SuffixSet SuffixSuffix = 0Suffix = DSetSet SuffixS