Cardinal ®

DOMINATOR™ 738
Digital Weight Display
Operation Instructions

8530-M172-O1 Rev D PO BOX 151 • WEBB CITY, MO 64870 Printed in USA

6/96 417-673-4631
 TABLE OF CONTENTS 738 Digital Weight
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................2
INDICATOR COMPONENTS ..............................3
Display
INSTALLATION ...................................................4 SPEED - ACCURACY - VERSATILITY
Power Supply ................................................4
Precautions ...................................................4 We thank you for purchasing the 738 Digital Weight
INTERCONNECTIONS .......................................6 Display. This instrument has been designed and
Load Cell Connection ....................................7 manufactured in the U.S.A. with quality and reliability.
Data Cable Connectors .................................8
Interconnection Cable ...................................9 The 738 incorporates the newest developments in
CALIBRATION & SETUP ....................................10 technology and is designed to work in conjunction with any
Calibration & Setup Review .........................11 industrial scale, either independently, with printers or other
KEYPAD FUNCTIONS ........................................16 displays. Mechanical scales work also with the 738
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................17 through simple installation of manufacturer supplied load
Start-up .........................................................17 cell.
Gross Weight ................................................17
lb/kg Conversion ...........................................17 The 738 is constructed of cast and extruded aluminum
Pushbutton Tare ...........................................18 with mar-resistant, color-coordinated front panel/keypad,
Keypad/Known Tare .....................................18 and a heavy duty adjustable stand to permit desk, wall, or
Time/Date/ID/Consec. No. ............................19 ceiling mount. Optional enclosures, such as rack mount
Print/Weight Storage .....................................20 and stainless steel NEMA-4, are available. The 738’s
CARE & CLEANING ............................................23 display features 1/2 inch high blue vacuum fluorescent
ERROR & FAIL MESSAGES ...............................23 numerals and a full selection of annunciators for easy
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ..................23 interpretation.
APPENDIX A
Disassembly Procedure ................................24 Front-panel controls permit weighing operations such as
lb/kg conversion, pushbutton or keypad-entered tare, and
Analog Filter Modifications ............................25
when connected to a printer or other information handling
Serial Port Output .........................................25
systems, can provide for transmission of numeric
Chassis Sealing Procedures .........................26
identification (10 digits), time, date, gross, tare, net weight
Dead Load Compensation ............................26
and consecutive transaction number. The 738 is equipped
Spare Parts List ............................................27
with two serial outputs to permit additional capabilities of
connection to printers, remote displays, or computer; and
On Demand Output for on-call transmission of data to
information handling systems such as computers and
All rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without express process controllers.
permission, of editorial or pictorial content, in any manner,
is prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with respect to Optional features include: Weight Storage for truck
the use of the information contained herein. While every weighing operations; Analog Output for connection to
precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, process control and event recorders; Preset Weight
we assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Comparators for cut-offs in batching; Special Application
Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from Memory Board for factory specials; Rack Mount Enclosure
the use of the information contained herein. All instructions for use in integrating weight display into control panels;
and diagrams have been checked for accuracy and ease NEMA-4 Stainless Steel Enclosure for hostile
of application; however, success and safety in working environments.
with tools depend to a great extent upon the individual
accuracy, skill, and caution. For this reason, we are not
able to guarantee the result of any procedure contained FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
herein. Nor can they assume responsibility for any WARNING! This equipment generates, uses and can
damage to property or injury to persons occasioned from radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
the procedures. Persons engaging the procedures do so used in accordance with the instructions manual, may
entirely at their own risk. cause interference to radio communications. It has
been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A computing device persuant to Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
PRECAUTIONS reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of
1. Before using this instrument, carefully this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
read this manual and pay special attention interference in which case the user, at his own
to all “WARNING” symbols: expense, will be required to take whatever measures
may be required to correct the interference.

IMPORTANT

SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
ELECTRICAL WARNING PURCHASED FROM

2. Keys must be activated only by your

finger. DO NOT use a sharp object. RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE
 SPECIFICATIONS

RESOLUTION: 1 part in 10,000, by any division value of 1, 2, 5, or multiples

thereof. Decimal point and fixed zero are selectable during set-up.

WEIGHT: 9 Pounds

DIMENSIONS: 7-1/2 H x 12 W x 4-1/2 D (in)

POWER: 110/120 VAC, 50/60 HZ, 220/240 VAC, 50/60 HZ, 35W
(special order).

ACCURACY: Using Cardinal load cells, will meet recommendations set forth by
Handbook 44, Class III and IIIL issued by the U.S. Department of
Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, as a
commercial weighing device.

OPERATING
TEMPERATURE: 14°F to104°F; -10°C to 40°C.

NUMBER OF LOAD
CELLS: Up to four (4) 350 Ω load cells standard. Additional 350 Ω load
cells require external power supply.

Up to ten (10) 1000 Ω load cells standard or twelve (12) 1000 Ω

load cells with 12 VDC excitation voltage selected. Additional 1000
Ω load cells require external power supply.

1000 ft. max. cable length.

LOAD CELL
EXCITATION: 10, 12, 15 VDC @ .175 A, jumper-selectable.

OUTPUT: Two RS-232 or 20 mA current loop serial ports for connection to

printers and other devices. Output baud rate keypad selectable
from 300 to 19200 baud. RS-232 max. cable length 50 ft. 20 mA
Current Loop max. cable length 1000 ft.

MIN. & MAX.

SIGNAL : .75 mV min.: 49.5 mV max.

SENSITIVITY: .5 µ V/d

OPTIONS: Analog output (0-10V and 4-20 mA) with preset weight comparators
and digital fill control (up to 16 outputs and eight inputs). Third
serial port with full handshaking. Battery-backed memory for weight
storage. Note: These options are not available in UL-listed
units.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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 INDICATOR COMPONENTS

DISPLAY
FRONT
PANEL MODE
INDICATORS

1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 0
NYLON
SCREW

KEYPAD

ANALOG
OUTPUT
(OPTIONAL)
REAR
PANEL PRINTER

PIVOT
PWC
KNOB
FUSE
GIMBAL
AC POWER
LOAD CELL SOCKET
CONNECTOR
#2 SERIAL OUTPUT
(OPTIONAL)
RUBBER
FEET
#1 SERIAL OUTPUT
GROUND LUG

PWC/FILL CONTROL
OUTPUT (OPTIONAL)

NOTE: The 738 keypad may contain several special keys not shown in the illustration
above, according to options ordered and installed at the factory. Refer to 738 Options
Manual as required.

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 INSTALLATION 2-pronged receptacle with a properly grounded
1. UNPACK 3-pronged wall receptacle or have a grounding
Carefully unpack indicator noting any adapter properly installed in the 2-pronged
discrepancies in its condition. Keep carton and receptacle.
packing for return shipment of instrument if
necessary. CAUTION!!! - To avoid electrical
hazard, DO NOT, under any
It is the responsibility of the circumstances, cut, remove, alter,
purchaser to file all claims for any or in any way bypass the power
damages or loss in transit incurred, cord grounding prong.
unless this responsibility has been
accepted by the Seller in its
proposal. On Models requiring 230 VAC power, it is the
responsibility of the customer to have a
qualified electrician install the proper power cord
2. PLACEMENT plug which conforms to national electrical codes
Place indicator on a stable, vibration-free and local codes and ordinances.
location, either surface or wall mounted. Be
certain all cords and cables are out of normal
traffic. See Figs. 1 and 2 below for mounting
CAUTION!!! - If it becomes
information.
necessary to replace a fuse, use
Figure 1 - Surface only fuses of type 3AG 1/4 ASB for
mount indicator on a 115 VAC operation, and 3AG 1/8
table or shelf using ASB for 230 VAC operation.
rubber footpads ALWAYS UNPLUG THE POWER CORD
provided. Adjust angle BEFORE CHANGING THE FUSE.
of indicator as desired SERVICE CONNECTORS
by loosening pivot
knobs. MAIN
CIRCUIT
BREAKER

It is the responsibility of the CIRCUIT

BREAKER
customer to provide adequate BLACK (L1)

mounting hardware appropriate WHITE (L2)

to mounting wall conditions GREEN (GROUND)

assuring safety to both the

DISTRIBUTION BOX POWER OUTLET
operator and the instrument.
Figure 3 - Illustration of typical 115 VAC wiring
Figure 2 - Wall mount from the DISTRIBUTION BOX to the power
indicator by removing receptacles. To insure optimum performance of
the instrument, make certain the power supply is
rubber footpads and
clean (no other high power consuming devices
securing to wall with on same circuit) and that voltage is nominal
adequate fasteners. (measuring supply voltage and electrical
resistance of the wiring if necessary).

Refer to INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS INSTALLATION

for additional information.
PRECAUTIONS
1. DO NOT expose to direct sunlight.
3. POWER SUPPLY (See Fig. 3) 2. DO NOT expose to temperature
Plug power cord from indicator into a fully extremes.
grounded, 3-pronged wall receptacle that 3. Keep the area around the indicator clear
supplies 115 VAC power. If an extension cord to provide adequate air circulation.
must be used, it should be a 3-wire, fully 4. DO NOT place in front of heating/cooling
grounded type. vents.
5. Provide adequate protection to avoid
If a 2-pronged wall receptacle is encountered, it lightning damage.
is the responsibility of the customer to 6. Provide good, safe ground and clean AC
contact a qualified electrician to replace the power.
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 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

NO! NO!
1. 4.

DON'T PLACE IN FRONT OF

HEATING/COOLING VENTS

DON'T EXPOSE 5.
TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT
PROVIDE ADEQUATE
2. PROTECTION TO
MINIMIZE LIGHTNING
-110˚ DAMAGE

32˚-
NO! ? 6.

DON'T EXPOSE TO
TEMPERATURE EXTREMES

PROVIDE GOOD, SAFE GROUND

AND CLEAN AC POWER
NO!
3.

KEEP THE AREA AROUND THE SCALE

INDICATOR
CLEAR
TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE AIR CIRCULATION
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INTERCONNECTIONS

A. 9-PIN LOAD CELL CONNECTION.

B. TWO SERIAL OUTPUTS FOR

CONNECTION TO PRINTERS, REMOTE
DISPLAYS, AND COMPUTERS.*

*OTHER OPTIONS AVAILABLE. CONTACT

YOUR DEALER.

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 INTERCONNECTIONS, Cont.
LOAD CELL CONNECTION WIRING DIAGRAM
(Standard enclosure only)

5 1

9 6

PIN LOCATION AS VIEWED FROM CABLE ATTACHMENT SIDE.

+EXCITATION 1 twisted pair

-EXCITATION 6
+SENSE 9 TO SINGLE LOAD CELL
twisted pair OR SCALE JUNCTION
-SENSE 4 BOX.
+SIGNAL 7 twisted pair
-SIGNAL 2
SHIELD 5
RX 3
* JUMPER
8

+EXCITATION 1 twisted pair

-EXCITATION 6 CONNECT 1 TO 9; AND
+SENSE 9 twisted pair CONNECT 6 TO 4 WHEN
-SENSE 4 USING A LOAD CELL NOT
+SIGNAL 7 EQUIPPED WITH SENSE
twisted pair LEADS.
-SIGNAL 2
SHIELD 5
RX 3
* JUMPER
8

* See Dead Load Compensation Section

MATING CONNECTOR:
PART NO. VENDOR PART NO.
6610-2379 DE-9P CONNECTOR
6610-2378 DE-24657 SHELL
6610-2377 D-20419 SCREW LOCK (2)

LOAD CELL and SERIAL OUTPUT CONNECTION WIRING DIAGRAM

(Stainless Steel Enclosure Only)

POWER PRINT S101 LOAD CELL

SIGLD

EXN+
SE +
EX -
C-
M

SIG+
U
D
NET

SE -

N
C
SHD
TR+
CO-
HO

GN

RX
TR

TX

10 11 7 3 2 5 7 2 9 1 4 6

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 INTERCONNECTIONS, Cont.
DATA OUTPUT CABLE CONNECTOR WIRING DIAGRAMS

13 1

25 14

PIN LOCATION AS VIEWED FROM CABLE ATTACHMENT SIDE.

STANDARD “PRINTER” OR SERIAL SERIAL PORT NO. 2 CONNECTOR

PORT NO. 1 CONNECTOR RS-232C PIN DEFINITIONS*
RS-232C PIN DEFINITIONS TXD 2
TXD 2 RXD 3
RXD 3 SIG GND 7
SIG GND 7 DTR 20
RTS 4
DCD* 8
DSR* 6
MATING CONNECTOR: CTS* 5
PART NO. VENDOR PART NO. +5V* 16

6610-2047 DB-25P CONNECTOR *INPUT LINES THAT ARE NOT USED MUST
6610-2218 206478-3 SHELL BE CONNECTED TO +5V PIN 16.
6610-2377 D-20419 SCREW LOCK (2)

CONNECTION DIAGRAM for 20mA CURRENT LOOP OPERATION

Peripheral Device has ACTIVE END of Current Loop. (Standard enclosure only.)

INTERCONNECT CABLE

Refer to
applicable
information for
required
connections.
INTERNAL
CIRCUITRY SERIAL CONNECTOR; PERIPHERAL
PASSIVE END DEVICE;
ACTIVE END

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 INTERCONNECTIONS, Cont.

INTERCONNECT CABLE
CONNECTION DIAGRAM for 20mA CURRENT LOOP OPERATION
Peripheral Device has PASSIVE END of Current Loop. (Standard enclosure only.)

Refer to
applicable
information for
required
connections.

INTERNAL
CIRCUITRY PERIPHERAL
DEVICE;
PASSIVE END
SERIAL
CONNECTOR;
ACTIVE END

* Delete connection if peripheral TX is not connected and active with Indicator RX.
** Connections required on Serial Port No. 2 connector only.

CONNECTION DIAGRAM for 20mA CURRENT LOOP OPERATION

Peripheral Device has PASSIVE END of Current Loop (Stainless Steel enclosure only)

+15

TX SOURCE 10 RX RETURN
TWISTED PAIR
TX RETURN 11 RX ACTIVE

23
24 Serial
-15V Connector;
Active End
Internal Refer to
Circuitry CHASSIS GND Refer to applicable
applicable
information
information for for required
required
connections.
Peripheral
Device; connections.
Passive End

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 CALIBRATION & SET-UP PROCEDURES
Indicators are factory calibrated B. Allowable division values are 1 through 9
during inspection, but must be with trailing (3 Max.) zeros and decimal
re-calibrated for use with each point in any desired position. EX: .001,
customer’s specific applications. .2, 1, 7, 20, etc.
Before proceeding with C. Key in up to 6 digit division value then
calibration, your scale must meet the press ENTER key.
minimum dead load requirements of this
instrument (.75 mV input with zero weight on 4. Display shows: unitS= Weight Units
the scale). If it does not, refer to the Dead
Load Compensation Section of this manual.
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
1. With POWER OFF and right panel (as ZERO CAP

viewed from indicator front) removed as A. X =

1, 2, 3, 4, or 5.
outlined in DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES; 1 LB ONLY=
refer to Figure 1 and place switch in the 2 KG ONLY=
calibration position (Detail C), then POWER 3 =
LB/KG (Power up in LB. Is
UP the indicator. NOTE: On earlier models switchable to KG via LB/KG key.)
without switch, J2 is operate position and 4 = KG/LB (Power up in KG. Is
J3 is calibrate position. switchable to LB via LB/KG key).*
5 = TONS ONLY. (Apply keypad
overlay).
B. Key in desired unit and press ENTER
Calibrate key.

*NOTE: If the weight units are to be kg,

switchable to lb units using the Front Panel
switch, then the calibration (CAPACITY,
Operate DIVISION, etc.) must be done in lb units. The
DIVISION value entered must be exactly twice
Figure 1 - Right-end view of Indicator showing the kg division value. The CAPACITY and
detail of calibration switch positions. LOADS entered should be the lb equivalent of
the kg values, rounded to the nearest lb
NOTE: On each of the following displays, DIVISION value. For example, a scale with a
press the ENTER key alone if the displayed CAPACITY of 70,000 kg x 10 kg should be
value is acceptable. entered as 154320 x 20 lb. If the load used for
calibration is 50,000 kg, then the “LoAd” asked
2. Indicator will go through a brief display test for in STEP 6 should be 110240 lb. After
sequence then display: CAP= Capacity Calibration and Set-up procedure is completed,
any errors in the displayed weight can be
corrected using the Fine Span Adjustment of
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
STEP 20. Note, however, that the indicator must
ZERO CAP
be displaying lb. Fine Span Adjustment may be
A. XXXXXX blanks if instrument has never done, correcting the weight error in lb. Leave the
been calibrated or XXXXXX will display Fine Span mode, then check the display in kg
current scale capacity. (Capacity Max. mode. To convert weight in pounds to kilograms,
950,000) multiply pounds by .4536. To convert weight in
B. Key in up to 6 digit scale capacity value kilograms to pounds, divide kilograms by .4536
then press ENTER key.
5. Display shows: C=, Calibration No.
3. Display shows: din=, Division Value

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER

ZERO CAP

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL

ZERO
OVER
CAP
A. To calibrate without test weights, enter
the C (calibration) number from the
A. XXXXXX are blanks if instrument has previous calibration (See Step 17). This
never been calibrated or XXXXXX will number should be recorded onto a label
display current scale division value. attached to the indicator. Press ENTER
10
key and proceed to Step 7.
 CALIBRATION & SET-UP PROCEDURES, Cont.
B. To calibrate using test weights, or to A. Key-in Sample Rate from 0.5 to 10
bypass Calibration altogether, press samples per second, then press ENTER
ENTER key and proceed to Step 6. key.
•Recommended Fill Control ..................10
6. Display shows: LoAd •Recommended Static Weighing ............2

11. Display shows: S1=, Setting 1

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER

ZERO CAP

A. Place known accurate weight on scale,

key-in the equivalent weight up to 6 digits ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL
ZERO
OVER
CAP

and press the ENTER key; or press

ENTER key alone to bypass calibration Not
Used Blank display ON
and proceed to Step 8. 1=yes 0=no
0=MM/DD/YY
overcapacity
1=DD/MM/YY
See Note B
7. Display shows: unLoAd Auto zero
0=Normal operation 1=yes 0=no
1=Gross mode only
Push button tare
Weight units 1=yes 0=no
0=Upper case
1=Lower case
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP *Tare is not active if GROSS MODE ONLY. See Note C

Note: If the display shows HELP

A, see Appendix A, Dead Load A. Key-in desired settings, then press
Compensation Section. ENTER key.
B. Date can display or print in standard
A. Remove weight, then press ENTER key. (MM/DD/YY) or European (DD/MM/YY)
Format.
8. Display shows: A-r=, Auto-Zero Range C. Tare mode is disabled so that the 738
operates only in gross mode.

12. Display shows: S2=, Setting 2 (Printer Port)

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

A. Key-in Auto-Zero Range in number of

divisions
•Bench, counter, livestock ...................0.6 ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP
•Axle, vehicle, railway ..........................3.0
•All other scales ...................................1.0
•Non-Commercial .................User Specify Printer attached Auto Line Feed****
B. Then press ENTER key. 1=Yes 0=No
***Cutbar Printer
1=Yes 0=No

1=Yes 0=No Printer Selection

00=750 (10 Lines)
9. Display shows: m-r=, Motion Range *Echo Printed Weight 01=740 (0 Lines)
Via Serial Port 10=780 (Form Feed)
1=Yes 0=No 11=Cont Data Out**

0=Print ID, T/D, Delete G-T-N

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER C No. on All Beside Weight
ZERO CAP
1=Print ID, T/D, 1=Yes 0=No
C3 on G-T-N only
A. Key-in desired Motion Range in number
of divisions: A. Key-in desired setting, then press
•Axle, vehicle, railway, livestock ..........3.0 ENTER key.
•All other scales ...................................1.0
•Non-Commercial .................User Specify *If setting is 1, the weight transmitted to the
B. Then press ENTER key. device attached to the serial port is the last
weight printed on the device attached to the
10. Display shows SrAtE=, Sample Rate printer port (does not apply to continuous data
output).

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER

ZERO CAP

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 CALIBRATION & SET-UP PROCEDURES, Cont.
**If continuous data output is selected, time/date, A. At this prompt, enter the baud rate
ID, Consec. No. keys DO NOT APPLY. In selection for the printer and serial port.
addition, the cutbar and auto line feed settings Select the desired baud rate as shown in
are ignored. the following table:

***If this option is enabled, a 07 HEX character X = 1 - 4800

will be sent to the printer to perform the paper cut 2 - 2400
operation. A 750 type printer should be selected 3 - 1200 (Standard Setting)
to insure that the paper has been advanced 4 - 600
enough so that the printed data is not lost. 5 - 300
6 - 9600
****This option, when enabled, will automatically 7 - 19200
append a line feed after every carriage return in
the printer data stream. B. After desired baud rate is set, press the
ENTER key.
13. Display shows: S3=, Setting 3 (Serial Port
No. 1) 15. Display shows: FiLtEr=, Filter

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER ZERO CAP
ZERO CAP

X= 1 to 99*
A. Key-in desired setting, then press the
Not used
Enter 0 PT200, SB500 ENTER key.
Scoreboard
1=yes 0=no
Serial port in use *The number 1 to 99 represents the number of
1=yes 0=no SB200, SB400
Scoreboard consecutive weigh samples during which the
738 interactive**
0=yes 1=no 1=yes 0=no weight deviation cannot exceed the motion range
Computer interface
setting. Filter should be set to 1 for all
1=continuous weight applications except those with high motion
0=on demand (via enq)
characteristics (such as a livestock scale). For
livestock scale the following settings are
**If 0 - signal device may operate the indicator via recommended: MOTION RANGE=2, SAMPLE
serial data and may use the indicator display. RATE=2, FILTER=4.
Keyboard data will also be transmitted. If 1 - no
interaction is allowed (except for ENQ on PRINTER USE: If a printer is
COMPUTER INTERFACE/ON DEMAND connected to the indicator, the
applications). following series of TAB displays
are for setting the Line Printed On
(LL) and the Position On The Line
A. Key-in desired settings, then press the (PP) for Time, Date, ID,
ENTER key. Consecutive Transaction Number,
and Gross, Tare, Net labeling of weight.
14. Display shows: b rAte=, Baud Rate Refer to Figure 2 below showing relative (LL)
and (PP) dimensions for various printers; to
Table A showing available printed Characters
per inch for various printers; and to
information in the appropriate Operator’s
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER manuals for various printers being used.
ZERO CAP

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 CALIBRATION & SET-UP PROCEDURES, Cont.
Display then shows: tAbS id = (ID)

00–00 _________Line Position - (PP)

L
i
n Figure 2 - ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
e
Diagram
740 ZERO CAP

P
r
showing relative A. Set LL then press ENTER key.
n
i Line (LL) and B. Set PP then press ENTER key.
e
t 750 Position (PP)
d dimensions for
O various printer Display then shows: tAbS Cn =
n
formats with (Consecutive transaction number)
(LL)
upper left TAB
780 starting at
00-00.†

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER

ZERO CAP
†The position on the line has a maximum
value that will vary according to the print A. Set LL then press ENTER key.
format and character size selected. B. Set PP then press ENTER key.

740/750
Char/inch (max.tab)* Display then shows: tAbS G = (Gross)
12.4 40

780 8-1/2" x11"

Char/inch (max. tab)* ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP
10 80
12.4 90 A. Set LL then press ENTER key.
17 99 B. Set PP then press ENTER key.

TABLE A
Display then shows: tAbS tA= (Tare)

*Maximum TAB settings indicate the extreme

right hand margin reached by the printer.
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP
16. If printer is connected - Display shows:
tAbS t = (Time) A. Set LL then press ENTER key.
B. Set PP then press ENTER key.

Display then shows: tAbS n = (Net)

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

A. Set LL then press ENTER key.

B. Set PP then press ENTER key. ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

Display then shows: tAbS d = (Date) A. Set LL then press ENTER key.
B. Set PP then press ENTER key.

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER

ZERO CAP

A. Set LL then press ENTER key.

B. Set PP then press ENTER key.

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 CALIBRATION & SET-UP PROCEDURES, Cont.

Additional TABS may be 17. Display shows: C=XXXXXXXX

requested at this point if a special
option is installed that produces
additional print fields.
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

NOTE: If a 780 type printer has been A. XXXXXXXX = Calibration number to be

selected, this prompt will be displayed after saved and used for indicator calibration
all the tab settings have been entered. Enter outlined in Step 5.
the length of the form in lines.
NOTE: XXXXXXXX may be in any sequence or

Fn Si 2E=nn
combination containing 8 of the following 16
characters:
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER

0-9
ZERO CAP
=Numbers 0 through 9

Example: For a form size of 5.5 inches to be

printed at 6 lines per inch, enter 33 (6 lines/inch*
5.5 inches).
G =Gross n =Net d =Date

Display then shows: Print ?

t =Tare P =Print . =(decimal)

B. After recording C number, press ENTER

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL
ZERO
OVER
CAP
key.

18. Display will then show: donE

A. Press ENTER key. Printer will run test
print showing data locations.

Display then shows: AGAin ?

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

19. With power ON, refer to Figure 1 in Step 1,

ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL
ZERO
OVER
CAP
place the switch in the operate position,
POWER DOWN, then POWER UP indicator.
Check calibration with a known weight. If OK,
A. Enter 0 for NO-display goes to Step 17. reassemble indicator. The Indicator is ready
B. Enter 1 for YES-display goes back to for use. If not OK, proceed to Step 20.
beginning of Step 16.
20. FINE SPAN ADJUSTMENT- After calibration
Additional setup information may and set-up procedure is complete and a
be requested at this point if the known weight is on the scale, any small error
PWC/FILL CONTROL OPTION, displayed plus or minus the known weight
TRUCK STORAGE MEMORY may be corrected as follows:
BOARD OPTION, or other special
options are installed.

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 CALIBRATION & SET-UP PROCEDURES, Cont.
A. With indicator POWER ON and
displaying weight, place the switch in the
calibrate position (See Step 1). An upper
case C will appear in the right most
position of the display. This disables all
keys except 0, 1, and ZERO.
B. Press 1 to increase displayed weight 1
grad per press; press 0 to decrease
displayed weight 1 grad per press. Press
ZERO to zero scale.
C. After making the correction to the
displayed weight, remove the test weight
from the scale deck. If zero has shifted
and one or more divisions are displayed,
zero the scale by pressing the ZERO key.
Place the test weight back on the scale.
If the displayed weight is still incorrect by
one or more divisions, press the 1 or 0
key to change the displayed weight until it
is correct.
D. Perform the previous operation (Step C)
until the span adjustment is correct and
the scale returns to a solid zero when
the test weight is removed.
E. When the span adjustment is complete,
place the switch in the operate position
and reassemble indicator. Display will
show new C number (Step 17). Record
new C number.
F. Press ENTER key.
G. Indicator is ready for use.

21. SETUP AND CALIBRATION REVIEW-The

setup and calibration review allows you to
inspect the setup and calibration parameters
without changing the switch inside the
indicator. To invoke this feature:

A. Hold down the * key and turn ON the

indicator simultaneously; when the
introduction message appears, release
the * key. After the introduction, the
indicator will be in the review mode. It will
go through the same sequence as setup
and calibration; however, the only valid
key is ENTER. To look at the next
parameter, press the ENTER key.
B. After the review is complete, the message
DONE will be displayed. Turn the
indicator OFF, then back ON.

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 KEYPAD FUNCTIONS

TIME
PRESET GROSS
DATE

lb ID
TARE
kg 1 2 3 4 5 CLEAR
SET

START
STOP
NET ZERO 6 7 8 9 0 ENTER PRINT

GROSS Press the GROSS key to display total weight on the scale or to exit a tare or net
mode.

TARE Press TARE to view, enter, or acquire the weight of a container. Tare indicator will
illuminate.

NET Pressing the NET key will display net weight (gross weight minus tare weight, if any).
Net indicator will illuminate.

TIME/DATE Pressing the TIME/DATE key will allow entry of hours-minutes (4 digits) followed by
entry of day-month-year (6 digits) (see page 16) followed by consecutive transaction
number entry. After last entry, indicator will return to weight display. TIME/DATE key
applies only to print option. See notes.
NOTES:
1. When entering TIME/DATE, enter numbers <10 as 01, 02, etc. Enter time in 24
hour increments (military time).
2. Entry of TIME/DATE, CONSECUTIVE NO., OR ID number will replace a
previously entered number, or previous number may be erased by pressing
CLEAR then ENTER.
3. If TIME/DATE, CONSECUTIVE NO., OR ID number is not entered or only
zeros are present in display, printout will exclude said items.
4. When indicator is powered down, TIME/DATE must be re-entered upon next
start-up.

lb/kg The lb/kg key is pressed to convert pounds to kilograms and conversely. Appropriate
mode indicator will illuminate.

ZERO ZERO key is pressed to re-establish true zero of scale in gross mode if variance (±)
from zero is less than 4% of scale capacity. CZ (Center of Zero) indicator will
illuminate only at true zero.

• (DECIMAL) The DECIMAL key is used to enter a decimal point where needed.

CLEAR Press the CLEAR key to erase an entry.

ENTER Press the ENTER key after a numerical entry.

* (TOTALS) Press the * key to display and print accumulation of net weights.†

ID/SET Press ID/SET to enter a 10 digit identification number. ID applies only to print option.†

PRINT Press PRINT to initiate a printout of weight, time/date, consecutive number, and ID
number on optional printer.

† Also special function key for truck storage memory board option functions.

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OPERATION PROCEDURE

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 OPERATION, Cont.

*Note - If PUSHBUTTON TARE is selected at CALIBRATION - STEP 11 (S1-SETTING), pressing

TARE key saves gross weight as tare weight and sets scale mode to NET.

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 OPERATION, Cont.

TIME / DATE / CONSEC. TRANSACTION NO. -

ID / SET OPERATION

*European format DD-MM-YY

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 OPERATION, Cont.

PRINT / WEIGHT STORAGE MODES

TIME
DATE
ID
#
} IF ENTERED AND
ENABLED
(See Step 12 in CALIBRATION)
GROSS WT. } current scale wt.

}
TIME
DATE IF ENTERED AND
ID ENABLED
# (See Step 12 in CALIBRATION)
TARE WT. } current tare wt.

}
TIME
DATE IF ENTERED AND
ID ENABLED
# (See Step 12 in CALIBRATION)
NET WT. } current net wt.

}
TIME
DATE IF ENTERED AND
ID ENABLED
# (See Step 12 in CALIBRATION)
GROSS WT. ( M ) } stored gross
Man Wt.

TIME
DATE
ID
#
TARE WT. ( M ) } stored tare
Man Wt.

M=Memory
Man Wt.=Keyed In

† Scale weight will not print or be stored until motion on scale ceases. While motion is present, an
intermittent “beep” will sound indicating the command is pending loss of motion. After a PRINT
operation, the ID contents are set to blanks (ID is lost).

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 OPERATION, Cont.

PRINT/WEIGHT STORAGE MODES cont.

6. STORES CURRENT SCALE WT.

AS GROSS.
Also see 14.

7. STORES CURRENT SCALE WT.

AS TARE.
Also see 16.

}
8. TIME ALWAYS PRINTS IF ENTERED.
DATE Cannot be disabled if via S2
ID (Step 12 in Calibration)
#
Allowed only if a gross or tare M
weight has previously been stored.
GROSS WT. ( Man Wt. )
TARE WT. ( M )
Man Wt.
}scale gross
or stored

NET WT. } computed

9. CLEARS STORED GROSS

10. CLEARS STORED TARE

DISPLAYS TOTAL NET ACCUMULATED

11. (Display is eliminated when any key is
presesed.)

12. PRINTS TOTAL NET

13. CLEARS TOTAL NET

†Scale weight will not print or be stored until motion on scale ceases. While motion is present, an
intermittent “beep” will sound indicating the command is pending loss of motion. After a PRINT
operation the ID contents are set to blanks (ID is lost).

††Accumulator contains the accumulated net weights printed by either Step 3 or Step 8.

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 OPERATION, Cont.

STORE KEYED
GROSS WT.

STORE/PRINT KEYED
GROSS WT.

STORE KEYED
TARE WT.

STORE/PRINT KEYED
TARE WT.

NOTE: To store a keyed Gross weight, the scale MUST be at zero weight and the indicator MUST
be in the Gross mode. If either of these conditions are not met, then a long error beep will be
heard.

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 CARE AND CLEANING
1. DO NOT submerge indicator in water, pour or spray water directly on instrument.
2. DO NOT use acetone, thinner or other volatile solvents for cleaning.
3. DO NOT use sharp tools or utensils to depress keys.
4. Clean indicator front panel and chassis with a damp soft cloth and mild detergent. DO NOT
use abrasives.
5. DO NOT subject the indicator to heavy shock or impact.

ERROR AND FAIL MESSAGES

This Indicator incorporates built-in error and failure messages appearing in the digital display. The
following illustrations represent messages that will appear in the event of a problem.

This message indicates a defective

electrical indicator or scale component
requiring technical service.
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

This message indicates overload capacity

has been exceeded if the “over capacity”
blanking switch in calibration, Step 11 has
been set to 1.
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

This message indicates calibration is

required.
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

This message indicates a check sum er-

ror on power up. XX = the calculated
check sum.
ID TIME DATE lb kg TARE NET CZ MOTION BEL OVER
ZERO CAP

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE…

Customer satisfaction is our prime objective. If, however, any problems occur in connection with the
operation of this Indicator, please check the following points before calling for service:

1. Is the power cord fully inserted into the wall receptacle and Indicator?
2. Check the Indicator fuse.
3. Is the wall receptacle receiving proper AC power?
4. Check the AC power supply circuit breaker.
5. Has there been a power failure of any kind?
6. Are the data cables and load cell cables properly connected?
7. Have the proper calibration and set-up adjustments been made?
8. Has the proper operation procedure been followed?

If you have any problems, DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR THIS INSTRUMENT YOURSELF! Unplug the
power cord and contact your dealer.

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 APPENDIX A
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES

The following procedures are designed to instruct persons through preparation of this indicator for
calibration and set-up procedures. When calibrating, disassembly up to Step 2 only is required. The
balance of the assembly should not be attempted by untrained personnel. It is presented for
authorized personnel only. Any attempt to disassemble this unit by untrained or unauthorized
personnel may result in electrical hazards or damage to the unit.
4

To avoid electrical shock,

disconnect power before 1
disassembly.

2
STEP 1 -
With power disconnected, refer to Figure 1.
Unscrew and remove both pivot knobs (1). Slide
indicator (4) out of gimbal stand (3). Make certain 3

not to lose spacers (2).

Figure 1 - Front view of indicator showing
removal of gimbal.

STEP 2 -
Refer to Figure 2. As viewed from the rear,
remove the two screws (5) from the left end panel.
For calibration only, remove the left end panel.
For complete disassembly, remove both end
panels, then remove the six screws (6) securing
the back panel to the indicator chassis.
Figure 2 - Rear view of indicator chassis
showing removal of end panels and back
panel retaining screws.
STEP 3 -
Refer to Figure 3. Disconnect keypad connector
P3 (7) before sliding rear panel assembly out right
side (as viewed from rear) of chassis.

Figure 3 - Rear view of indicator chassis

showing rear panel assembly removal.

STEP 4 -
Refer to Figure 4. Reassemble indicator chassis
by reversing disassembly procedure. Slide rear
panel/PC board assembly in from the right side (as
viewed from rear) making certain PC boards
engage slots shown in detail (B).
Be careful not to damage the keypad
connector strip when sliding the PC board past
it as shown in detail (A).
Balance of reassembly is reverse of disassembly
procedure.

Figure 4 - Side view of indicator showing

reassembly details.
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 ANALOG FILTER MODIFICATIONS
(VIBRATION DAMPING)

Damping and Typical Response COMPONENT LOCATION ON ANALOG BOARDS

Application Time C14 C13 C16

LOW FAST .22µf .33µf .047µf

BATCH & LOAD OUT .25 – .50 P/N P/N P/N
SYSTEMS SEC. 6550-0046 6550-1060 6550-1074
8530-D014-3A

LOW MEDIUM FAST/MED .68µf 1.0µf .15µf

8530-D014-4A .5 – 1 P/N P/N P/N
SEC. 6550-1061 6550-1050 6550-1073

MEDIUM MED. 1.5µf 2.2µf .47µf

(standard setting) 1.5 – 2.5 P/N P/N P/N
8530-D014-1A SEC. 6550-0053 6550-1084 6550-0993

MEDIUM/HIGH MED/SLOW 2.2µf 3.3µf 1.0µf

8530-D014-5A 3–4 P/N P/N P/N
SEC. 6550-1084 6550-1085 6550-1050

HIGH SLOW 6.0µf 8.0µf 1.0µf

CATTLE WEIGHING- 5–6 P/N P/N P/N
EXTREME VIRATION OF SEC. 6550-1086 6550-1071 6550-1050
LOADS OR SCALE
8530-D014-2A
* Response time is the time required to display a weight reading of 99% accuracy after applying a
steady state load.

1. Capacitor values in microfarads.

2. Capacitors must be installed in sets to prevent oscillation.
3. Replacement capacitors must be the same type, leakage from other types will cause drift.
4. This procedure requires de-soldering and soldering and should not be attempted by inexperienced
personnel.
SERIAL PORT OUTPUT

DATA FORMAT:
1 Start bit, 7 Data bits, Space Parity, 2 Stop bits on Transmit, 1 or 2 Stop bits on Receive.

RECORD FORMATS:
COMPUTER INTERFACE:

SWWWWWWbUUbMbCCb (C/R)

C/R = Carriage return (OD HEX)

S = Space (positive) or - (negative)
W = Weight
Leading Zero suppressed
Embedded decimal point (if any)
b = Space
UU = Weight units (lb, kg, tn.)
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 SERIAL PORT OUTPUT, Cont.
M = Mode: G=gross, N=net, T=tare.
CC = MO = Motion
CZ = Center of zero*
OC = Over capacity*
BZ = Below zero*
*Reflects state of scale gross weight only.
SCOREBOARD:

(C/R) SWWWWWW.CbUUbMbb(etx)

. Trails W’s if not embedded.

C=C = Over capacity
C=M = Motion
(etx) = Ø3HEX
See COMPUTER INTERFACE FORMAT DEFINITION
All alphabetic characters are lower case for Scoreboard.

RECOMMENDED SEALING PROCEDURE

To prevent access to interior components, seal the Indicator chassis as follows:

1. Bend tab over end cap retaining screw as

shown. Press the tab down against the screw
head. Make certain both screws are tightened
securely before proceeding.

2. Thread the sealing wire through the hole

in the tab and the hole in the rear panel
fillister head screw as shown. Pull the wire
tight and install the lead seal. Neither screw
can be removed without damaging the seal.

DEAD LOAD COMPENSATION

In some cases, your scale may not meet the minimum dead load requirements (.75
mV input) of this instrument, making it necessary to connect the one meg resistor
installed on the analog board in the RX location. To connect RX, install a jumper
between pins 3 and 8 in the external load cell cable connector.

NOTE: This resistor must be an RN55E (25ppm/°C temperature coef.) or equivalent.

8530-D014-0A
Analog Board

P2

P1 J1 J3
RX
J2
RX (1MEG)
Resistor

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 SPARE PARTS LIST

ANALOG BOARD ASSEMBLY ....................................8530-D014-*A

DISPLAY BOARD ASSEMBLY ....................................8530-D015-0A

CONTROLLER BOARD ASSEMBLY ...........................8530-D017-0A

POWER SUPPLY BOARD ASSEMBLY ......................8530-D018-0A

TRANSFORMER ASSEMBLY .....................................8530-C022-0A

FRONT PANEL ASSEMBLY ........................................8530-D035-0A

KEYPAD (STANDARD) ................................................8530-D002-08

KEYPAD (STAINLESS STEEL) ...................................8530-D002-18

GIMBAL ........................................................................8530-D274-08

RACK/PANEL MOUNT ADAPTER ..............................8530-C019-0A

COLUMN MOUNT ADAPTER ......................................8530-D170-0A

FUSE 1/2 ASB ..............................................................6610-4021

SIDE KNOBS ...............................................................6540-1052

RUBBER FEET ............................................................6540-1050

POWER CORD ............................................................6980-1001

RS-232 DATA CABLE ..................................................8510-C304-DA

RS-232 CONNECTOR .................................................6610-2047

LOAD CELL CONNECTOR .........................................6610-2379

SEALING TAB ..............................................................8530-B159-08

KEYPAD EXTENSION CABLE ....................................8530-C027-08

NYLON THUMB SCREW .............................................6021-1199

*See table on page 25

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