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Detecto DL Series User Manual

Detecto DL Series
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8529-0637-2M Rev C DL Series Owners Manual
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DL Series
Price Computing Scale
with Integral Printer
Owner’s Manual

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Detecto DL Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDetecto
ModelDL Series
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Safety

Installation Guide

Guide for scale setup and operation.

Copyright Notice

Legal notice regarding reproduction and intellectual property.

Disclaimer of Liability

Legal notice about responsibility for errors and usage outcomes.

Precautionary Measures

Important safety notes and symbols to pay attention to before use.

Proper Disposal and Compliance

Environmental Disposal Guidelines

Guidelines for environmentally responsible disposal of the scale.

FCC Compliance Statement

Regulatory statement regarding FCC compliance for radio frequency emissions.

Specifications Overview

Abbreviations and Glossary

Scale Installation Procedures

Tower Display Attachment

Connecting the tower display to the scale base.

Optimal Scale Placement

Choosing an optimal location for the scale for stable readings.

Level Adjustment Process

Ensuring the scale is perfectly level for accurate measurements.

Power Connection Instructions

Instructions for connecting the scale to a power outlet.

Printer Setup and Operation

Installing Gap Labels

Step-by-step guide for loading gap paper into the printer.

Paper Path Through Sensor

Properly threading the paper through the printer's sensor.

Attaching Paper to Spool

Securing the paper roll to the return spool for printing.

Completed Paper Path Verification

Final checks for correct paper routing and printhead closure.

Replacing Printer Cover Door

Re-installing the printer cover door and weighing platform.

Gap Calibration Procedure

Calibrating the printer for optimal gap paper performance.

Installing Plain Paper

Instructions for installing plain paper into the printer.

Paper Operations and Settings

Paper type selection and feed key functions for printer operation.

Gap Paper Printing Issues

Troubleshooting common issues with gap paper printing.

Print Format Settings

Paper Type Configuration

Switching between gap and plain paper settings.

Default Print Formats

Details on available default print formats and label sizes.

Barcode Printing and Scanning

Barcode Settings Overview

Overview of the 9 kinds of default barcode settings and their configurations.

Keypad and Display Functions

DL1030 Keypad and Front Display

Visual layout and functional descriptions of the DL1030 keypad and front display.

DL1030 Rear Display

Visual layout and functional descriptions of the DL1030 rear display.

Keypad Functions Details

DL1030P Keypad Layout

Layout and functional descriptions of the DL1030P model's keypad.

DL1030P Display Layout

Layout and functional descriptions of the DL1030P model's display.

Keypad Function Groups

Transaction and Mode Keys

Keys for sales, temporary sales, pre-pack, and lock PLU modes.

Programming and Printer Keys

Keys for programming parameters and controlling the printer.

Tare and Utility Keys

Keys for tare adjustment, zeroing, pricing, and other utilities.

Keypad Operations and Input

Numeric and Data Entry

Keys for entering numbers, quantities, and basic data.

Navigation, Editing, and Confirmation

Keys for moving through menus, editing data, and confirming actions.

PLU, Print, and Alpha Input

Keys for PLU lookup, printing, and entering text via alpha keys.

Display Annunciator Meanings

Tare Window Annunciators

Indicators for Tare, Auto Mode, Gap Paper, Lock Tare, and Lock PLU.

Weight Window Annunciators

Indicators for Zero, Manual Weight, NET weight, and Shift key status.

Change/Unit Price Window Annunciators

Indicators for Sale, Prog, Account, Change, and Unit Price modes.

Display Annunciators Continued

Total Price Window Annunciators

Indicators for V1-V4 records, Discount, Single item, and Sum total.

Dot Matrix Display Functionality

How the dot matrix display shows date, time, messages, and PLU names.

Operation Indicators Explained

Audible Signal Meanings

Meaning of different beep patterns indicating scale feedback.

Seven-Segment Display Characters

Reference guide for characters displayed on seven-segment screens.

Setting Date and Time

Programming Store Name

Fast PLU Programming

PLU Number and Item Code Entry

Entering the PLU number and item code during PLU setup.

Item Code Association

Associating an item code with a PLU for barcode referencing.

Unit of Measure Selection

Selecting the unit of measure (piece count or weight) for a PLU.

Setting Unit Price

Setting the unit price for the PLU.

Fast PLU Programming Continued

Tare Weight Entry for PLU

Entering tare weight for weighable items associated with a PLU.

PLU Name Definition

Defining the product name for PLU labels and displays.

Shelf Date Printing Configuration

Configuring whether shelf dates are printed on labels.

Fast PLU Programming and Quick Keys

Shelf Date Calculation Setting

Setting the number of days for shelf life calculation.

Quick Key Programming

Assigning PLU numbers to quick access keys.

Basic Scale Operation

Basic PLU Transaction

Performing a standard sale using a PLU number.

Weight-Based Transactions

Steps for sales transactions involving items sold by weight.

Count-Based Transactions

Steps for sales transactions involving items sold by count.

Weight Tare Procedure

Manual procedure for taring the scale with a container.

Operation Procedures

Keypad Tare Entry

Entering a known container weight via keypad for tare function.

Tare Lock and Unlock

Procedures for locking and unlocking the tare function.

Special Operation Modes

Batch Print Mode (Piece Count)

Printing multiple labels for piece count items in batch.

Pre-Pack Mode (Weight PLU)

Printing labels for pre-packaged weight items.

Temporary Sales and Discounts

Temporary Sale by Weight

Performing temporary sales transactions for items sold by weight.

Temporary Sale by Count

Performing temporary sales transactions for items sold by count.

Price Discount by Subtraction

Applying discounts by subtracting amounts from prices.

Report Printing Operations

Total Reports Overview

Details on printing daily, monthly, quarterly, and manual total reports.

Report Printing Operations Continued

Printing Total Reports

Steps to print a summary report of all sales data.

Report Printing Operations Continued

Printing Department Reports

Printing reports categorized by department.

Report Printing Operations Continued

Printing Class Reports

Printing reports based on product classes.

Report Printing Operations Continued

Printing PLU Reports

Printing reports for specific PLU numbers or ranges.

Report Printing Operations Continued

Manual Report Information Clearing

Manually clearing specific report data from the scale.

Report Printing Operations Continued

Clearing All Reports and Records

Irreversibly clearing all scale reports and records.

Error Codes

Error Codes Continued

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Scale Power-On Problems

Solutions for issues where the scale fails to turn on.

Incorrect Weight Display Issues

Troubleshooting when the scale shows incorrect weight readings.

No Weight Display Issues

Steps to resolve problems where the scale does not display weight.

Troubleshooting Printer Issues

Printer Not Printing Labels

Troubleshooting why the printer is not producing labels.

Partial or Blank Label Printing

Resolving printer issues with partial or blank labels.

Skipping or Extra Labels

Fixing printer problems related to skipping or ejecting extra labels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Changing Label Format

Guidance on customizing label print formats using the scale utility.

Scale Beeping and Non-Responsiveness

Explanation for the scale making two fast beeps and not responding.

USB Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting USB connection problems, including drive formatting.

PLU Save Issues

Steps to ensure PLUs are saved correctly after creation.

Frequently Asked Questions Continued

Minimum Weight for Label Printing

Understanding and adjusting minimum weight limits for label printing.

Resetting to Factory Defaults

Procedure for restoring the scale to its original factory default settings.

Care and Maintenance

Scale Calibration Procedure

Entering Privilege Mode for Calibration

Steps to access the scale's Privilege Mode for calibration.

Statement of Limited Warranty

Warranty Void Conditions

Circumstances that invalidate the scale's limited warranty.

Freight Carrier Damage Claims

Procedures for handling claims for damage during freight transit.

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