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1.2 Scale Installation:
In the Weight Ratio Dispensing mode, the LabTec™ must be connected to a top loading electronic
scale. The scale parameters which are relevant to the particular scale must be entered and stored
in the scale’s memory. Carefully check that all required parameters have been entered and
accepted by the scale.
In the LabTec™ Setup: Scale submenu, select the scale manufacturer; the LabTec™ will
automatically implement the correct communications parameters. Connect the appropriate Scale
to LabTec™ cable to the “Scale” port of the LabTec™, as well as to the serial port of the scale. To
test the serial communication between LabTec
®
and scale, enter the Weight Ratio mode and
select the “EXEC 1”display, then press “Select”:
Up
EXEC 1
Down
Select
Press “Select”
SCALE INITIALIZING
Please Wait
SCALE ERROR
Press Any Key
The “Scale Error” display indicates that communications attempts by the LabTec™ have failed,
carefully check the RS-232 connection between the two devices. Also review the communications
parameter stored in the scale and the LabTec™, then try again.
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