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Brecknell PS-500 User Manual

Brecknell PS-500
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PS-500
Compact Light Weight Floor Scale
User Instructions
AWT35-501194 Issue AA June 2013

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Brecknell PS-500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBrecknell
ModelPS-500
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information and Warnings

About this Manual

Details the manual's structure, chapter and subsection labeling, and page numbering conventions.

Text Conventions and Special Messages

Explains keystroke notation, displayed messages, and hazard warning symbols (Caution, Electrical Warning).

Warnings and Precautions

Essential operating precautions, environmental considerations, electrical safety, and RF interference warnings.

EMC Compliance

Addresses electromagnetic compatibility, including Class A product warnings and FCC rules.

Routine Maintenance and Cleaning

Procedures for regular checks, calibration, safe cleaning, and avoiding sharp objects.

Scale Specifications

Scale Platform Specifications

Lists capacity options and physical dimensions of the scale platform.

Scale Indicator Specifications

Details technical specifications of the indicator unit.

Indicator Specifications and Features

Power Supply and Environment

Explains power sources, battery life, AC adapter, and operating/storage conditions.

Dimension, Display, and Keypad

Describes the physical size, display type, and keypad layout of the indicator.

Load Cell Excitation and Communication

Details electrical requirements for load cells and supported communication protocols.

Introduction to Operation

Indicator Mounting and Front Panel

Guides on mounting the indicator and describes the front panel layout including display and keypad.

Weigh Mode Operations

Display Annunciators and Keyboard Functions

Explains display symbols and the functions of the indicator's keypad in normal use.

Basic Weighing Functions

Covers powering on/off, HOLD mode, zeroing, taring, and clearing tare weight.

Advanced Weighing Functions

Details how to output data (print) and change the unit of measurement.

Hold Function Details

Explains the purpose and access method for the HOLD feature.

Setup Mode Configuration

Entering and Navigating Setup Menu

Provides steps to access and move through the scale's setup configuration menu.

Setup Menu Parameters Explained

Details the various setup parameters available for configuring the scale's behavior.

Parameter Details

Parameter Choices and Explanations

Detailed descriptions and options for each configurable parameter.

Parameter Choices and Explanations

Detailed descriptions and options for each configurable parameter.

Parameter Choices and Explanations

Detailed descriptions and options for each configurable parameter.

Parameter Choices and Explanations

Detailed descriptions and options for each configurable parameter.

Calibration Settings and Tables

Calibration Resolution and Units

Tables showing resolution choices and calibration units based on P7, P8, P9, P10 settings.

Calibration Units and Tables

Tables detailing kg and lb calibration units based on P8, P9, P10 settings.

Capacity and Division Settings

Relationship of Capacity and P7, P8, P9 Settings

Explains how capacity settings relate to resolution and division parameters.

Capacity Unit Tables

Tables showing capacity values for kg or lb based on P7, P8, P9 settings (Counts by 1).

Capacity Unit Tables

Tables showing capacity values for kg or lb based on P7, P8, P9 settings (Counts by 2).

Capacity Unit Tables

Tables showing capacity values for kg or lb based on P7, P8, P9 settings (Counts by 5).

Exiting Setup and Calibration

Exit the Setup Menu

Provides the steps to properly exit the setup configuration menu.

Calibration Mode Operations

Detailed instructions for entering and performing the scale calibration process.

Calibration Points and Checks

Calibration Points and Error Handling

Explains calibration points, inputting weights, and troubleshooting error messages.

Display ADC Code and Voltage Value

How to examine ADC code stability and working voltage for calibration verification.

Zero Point Potentiometer Location

Illustrates the location of the zero-point potentiometer for adjustment.

Serial Communication

Com Port 1 Configuration

Details the RS-232 port configuration, pin assignments, and connections.

Protocol and Transaction String

Explains communication protocols, baud rates, and the format of serial data transmission.

Commands and Responses

Commands and Response Details

Lists serial commands for requesting readings, status, zero, tare, units, and hold.

Commands and Response Summary

A comprehensive table summarizing all serial commands and their expected output.

Troubleshooting and Display Interpretation

Display Characters Guide

A guide to interpreting various ASCII characters displayed on the scale's LCD.

Display Symbols and Error Messages

Explains display symbols and identifies common error symptoms, causes, and remedies.

Error Messages and Troubleshooting

Identifies common error symptoms, their probable causes, and recommended remedies.

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