MAN-Combics Pro Basic-e

Operating Manual
Sartorius
Combics Pro Application Software Package
Basic
98648-015-77

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Basic Operating Manual
Table of Contents
Contents
1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 General Information ........................................................................................................................................................5
1.1.1 Additional Manuals 5
1.2 Equipment Supplied ........................................................................................................................................................5
1.2.1 Accessories not Included with the Equipment Supplied 5
1.3 Functions of the Basic Application................................................................................................................................6
2 Operation............................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.1 Display ..............................................................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Keypad ..............................................................................................................................................................................8
2.2.1 Entering Alphanumeric Characters 9
2.2.2 Operation Using Softkeys 10
2.2.3 Selection Using the Navigation Keys 10
2.2.4 Plug-In Cards 11
3 Menu Structure...............................................................................................................................................................................12
3.1 Setup Menu....................................................................................................................................................................12
3.2 Configuration Menu for the Basic Software...............................................................................................................12
3.2.1 Configuration Menu Diagram 12
4 Getting Started ...............................................................................................................................................................................14
4.1 Switching on the Instrument........................................................................................................................................14
4.1.1 Factory Settings (Defaults) 14
4.2 Configuration Menu......................................................................................................................................................14
4.2.1 Inputs 15
4.2.2 Outputs 16
4.2.3 Default Settings 21
4.2.4 Modbus Master 22
4.2.5 Entering Limits 23
4.2.6 Parameters 24
4.2.7 Printout Format 25
4.2.8 Preset Tare 26
4.2.9 Dialogs 26
4.2.10 Predefined Texts 26
4.2.11 All WPs 27
4.2.12 Single WP 27
4.2.13 PIN Code 28
4.3 Printing the Configuration Data ..................................................................................................................................29
4.4 Closing the Configuration Menu..................................................................................................................................30
5 Basic Program..................................................................................................................................................................................31
5.1 Scale Test........................................................................................................................................................................31
5.2 Scale Operation and Display .........................................................................................................................................32
5.2.1 Bar Graph 32
5.2.2 All WPs 32
5.2.3 Single WP 32
5.3 Terminal Function .........................................................................................................................................................33
5.3.1 Control 33
5.3.2 Predefined Functions 34
5.3.3 Predefined Functions with Predefined Texts 36
6 Alibi Memory ...................................................................................................................................................................................37
6.1 Activating the Alibi Memory.........................................................................................................................................37
6.2 Reading the Alibi Memory ............................................................................................................................................37
6.2.1 Reading Using the Instrument 37
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6.2.2 Reading Using the Browser 38
6.3 Erasing the Alibi Memory............................................................................................................................................. 39
6.4 External Alibi Memory .................................................................................................................................................. 39
7 Printing ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 40
7.1 Nice Label Express (NLE) .............................................................................................................................................. 40
8 Fieldbus............................................................................................................................................................................................ 42
8.1 Configuration ................................................................................................................................................................ 42
8.1.1 Write Window 43
8.1.2 Read Window 43
8.1.3 Write Data 44
8.1.4 Read Data 46
9 SPM ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
10 Index...................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
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1 Overview
Overview
1.1 General Information
1.1.1 Additional Manuals
This manual describes the configuration and operation of the Basic application software package.
For installation, basic configuration and calibration, please refer to the Combics Pro installation manual.
1.2 Equipment Supplied
The Combics Pro Basic software package consists of the following components:
- Combics Pro basic unit
- Basic application program
- Manuals in PDF format on CD-ROM
The Basic application requires installation of the following in the instrument:
- BIOS
- Firmware
- Basic application
The PR 1721 fieldbus cards (Profibus, Interbus-S, DeviceNet) are supported.
The application supports the Alibi memory (see "Accessories").
1.2.1 Accessories not Included with the Equipment Supplied
Plug-in cards for slots A/B, slots 1 to 3 and slot 4; see section 2.2.4.
Software (licensed):
PR1792/13 OPC server communication
PR 8901/81 Alibi memory function
Scales:
Up to 4 scales can be controlled and displayed.
PP5510/10 internal weighing electronics (up to 2)
Platform/scale with xBPI protocol (up to 2)
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1.3 Functions of the Basic Application
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The Basic application provides display of the indicator function for the Combics Pro instrument.
Weight values can be printed and stored in an internal Alibi memory. The stored data can be viewed and
printed.
The application's communication functions enable not only reading and writing values and signals from and
to the Basic controller, but also use as a powerful remote terminal for display of messages from a higherlever
system, operator dialogs, and for editing texts or values.
The Basic controller can communicate with a PC over OPC using an Ethernet connection, or with a PLC over
a fieldbus (such as Profibus, Interbus-S or DeviceNet).
Two internal weighing electronics units may be installed in a Basic controller.
Basic also offers the following additional functions:
- Store preset tare values
- Enter predefined texts for the terminal function
- Internal Alibi memory (license required)
- External Alibi memory over printer port
- Print weight values on a user-configurable report
- Configurable limit contacts (2 limit values for each scale)
- Configurable digital and analog inputs and outputs (additional plug-in cards are required)
- Remote-controllable operator dialog using the color graphic display and the keypad
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2 Operation
2.1 Display
320 x 240 color graphic display Function keys Alphanumeric keys
Softkeys Indicator keys Navigation keys
The display shows weight values of up to 7 digits with decimal point and plus or minus sign.
Available mass units are t, kg, g, mg, lb and oz. The
lb and oz units are not permitted for use in legal
metrology in the EU and EEC.
The weight readout shows the current weight on a
bar graph that indicates proportion of the
maximum capacity (Max), with 0 on the left and
100% on the right.
The following status indicators can be shown:
Status Description Status Description
Gross weight display
(G in NTEP or NSC mode)
Net weight display
Net = gross - tare
The display shows the stored tare
weight.
Preset tare
The display shows the test value without
mass unit.
The weight value is within ¼ d (+ or
-) of zero.
The weight value is stable.
Value not permissible in legal
metrology (e.g., 10-fold resolution)
Batching mode; flashes when
batching is stopped; rapid flashing
indicates error.
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2.2 Keypad
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The following table shows the basic meanings of symbols on the front-panel keys. Some keys may have
other functions as well, depending on the active application program.
Indicator
keys
Description
Indicator
keys
Description
Display gross weight
Start printing
Display tare weight
Selection key for switching scales
Taring; the current gross weight is
stored in the tare memory,
provided that:
- weight value is stable
- indicator is not in error status
(function dependent on
configuration)
Sets gross weight to zero,
provided that:
- weight value is stable
- weight is within zero setting
range
(function dependent on
configuration)
Menu keys Description Menu keys Description
Move cursor to the right when
editing; selection
Softkey: select function
Move cursor to the left when
editing; selection
Backspace/delete
Scroll up in the menu
Exit from current menu, continue
operation on next higher level
Scroll down in the menu
Enter/confirm
Function
keys
Description
Stand-by mode;
switch graphic display and power
to PS/2 port on/off
Function
keys
Description
Open the setup menu
Function key
Stop key
Information on version number,
fitted hardware,
10-fold resolution
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2.2.1 Entering Alphanumeric Characters
Input fields are marked clearly. Activation of alphabetic input is indicated.
Example: using the '2' key to enter letters. Press once for
'A', twice for 'B', and three times for 'C'. To accept the letter
shown on the display, press a different key, or the right
arrow key . Press the left arrow key to return to the
previous character. Press the delete key to delete a
character from the display.
If only numeric values are required for input, letters are not
enabled.
Key Character Remark
For values less than 1, a zero must be
entered before the decimal point (e.g.,
0.01).
Decimal point and colon can be entered
with the ‘period’ key .
To enter a plus or minus sign, press the
period key : once for a minus sign and
twice for a plus sign.
space key
toggle to alphabetic input mode
To enter a space, press the key.
During configuration, you can switch
between the mass units by pressing .
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2.2.2 Operation Using Softkeys
The functions of the five softkeys below the graphic display are indicated in the bottommost text line of
the display. Softkey functions shown in gray are not available on the active menu level, or not with the
active access privileges.
When operating steps involving softkeys are described in this manual, the softkey labels are shown in square
brackets, rather than in graphics of the softkeys.
Setup Config Calib
2.2.3 Selection Using the Navigation Keys
Press the down arrow key to scroll down, or the up arrow
key to scroll up in a menu. Press to select a menu item.
To select the desired setting for the selected menu item, press
or .
Press the
An arrow
pressing
key to exit the menu and continue the operation on the next higher level.
in front of a menu item indicates that there are menu sublevels. The menu item selected (by
) is shown inversely.
Info
Show version Press the key to select an item.
Show status
If the list of menu items is long, a vertical bar on the left (black/gray) indicates which part of the list is
displayed.
Weighing points/WP A/Calibration
Response time
320 ms
Digital filter Off
Test mode Absolute
W & M None
Stability time 0.50 s
Stability range 1.00 d
Availability of additional settings options (selectable with or ) is indicated by preceding double arrows
.
Weighing point
Weighing point A xBPI scale 1 Press to select [xBPI scale 1].
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2.2.4 Plug-In Cards
The Combics Pro mainboard can be fitted with up to two weighing electronics assemblies and up to 4
additional plug-in cards.
Product Function Position
PR 5800/10
Weighing electronics for strain gauges, 10000e
Weighing electronics
(class III)
Slot A, B
PR 5510/02
Protocols can be selected independently for A
2 serial RS-232 interfaces
and B via software
Slot 1, 2, 3
PR 5510/04
1 serial RS-232 interface and
1 serial RS-485/RS-422 interface
The serial RS-485/RS-422 interface is configured
by setting DIL switches on the card. Protocols
can be selected via software.
Slot 1, 2, 3
PR 5510/07
1 analog output,
4 analog inputs
PR 5510/08
BCD output
PR 5510/09
BCD output
PR 5510/12
6 optocoupler inputs and
12 optocoupler outputs
PR 1721/31
Profibus-DP slave
PR 1721/32
Interbus-S slave
PR 1721/34
DeviceNet slave
PR 5510/14
Ethernet
16-bit analog output, 0/4 to 20 mA.
Input: 4 channels with common ground (max. 1
card)
Output: 5 decades + plus or minus sign, or 3
bytes binary, open emitter. 1 input
Output: 5 decades + plus or minus sign, or 3
bytes binary, open collector. 1 input
Digital interfaces electrically isolated via
optocouplers. Passive inputs and outputs.
Configurable via software.
Slot 1, 2, 3
Slot 1, 2, 3
Slot 1, 2, 3
Slot 1, 2, 3
Profibus-DP to IEC 61158 with max. 12 Mbits/s Slot 4
Interbus-S slave with max. 2 Mbits/s Slot 4
DeviceNet slave with max. 500 kbits/s Slot 4
10/100 Mbits/s Modbus TCP Slot 4
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3 Menu Structure
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3.1 Setup Menu
If the PIN function is activated, the setup menu is accessible from the application only after input of a valid
PIN. For details on settings in the setup menu, such as scale assignment, calibration, etc., refer to the
installation manual.
3.2 Configuration Menu for the Basic Software
This is the menu for configuring the Basic application. The configuration data is stored in EAROM and thus
is protected in the event of a power failure or a cold start. If the PIN function is activated, the configuration
menu [Config] is accessible from the application only after input of a valid PIN; see section 4.2.
3.2.1 Configuration Menu Diagram
Config
Configuration of Basic
- Inputs Function assignment for installed input cards
- Slot 1 Input configuration for card 1
- Slot 2 Input configuration for card 2
- Slot 3 Input configuration for card 3
- Outputs Function assignment for installed output cards
- Slot 1 Output configuration for card 1
- Slot 2 Output configuration for card 2
- Slot 3 Output configuration for card 3
- Modbus master I/O extension (PR5510/14 required)
- Limits
- Modbus module Selection of the Phoenix module 1 to 8
- Activate module Activate, deactivate
- IP address
- I/O type Digital input/output
- Input/output 1 to 16
- SPM bit address 0 to 2047
- Scale WP A, B, C, D
- Limit 1 On 0 to Max (maximum capacity), calibration unit
- Limit 1 Off 0 to Max
- Limit 2 On 0 to Max
- Limit 2 Off 0 to Max
- Parameters
- Terminal name Max. 18 alphanumeric characters
- Ext. Alibi memory None, Slot 1/2/3 – RS-232/RS-485, Standard RS-232
- Printer None, Slot 1/2/3 – RS-232/RS-485, Standard RS-232
- Report copies 0 to 99
- Sequence number 0 to 999999
- Date format DD.MM.YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, YYYY.MM.DD
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Config
- Print layout
Continuation of configuration for Basic
- Line 1 to 40 Gross, net, tare, header, weight, dialog reply 1 to 3, 32767
OPC-DINT 1 to 3, current weight, edited weight, edited weight A to D,
Edited string, edited integer, edited real, blank line, -------,
Form feed, terminal name, WP identifier, sequence number,
date, time
- Preset tare
- ID 1 to 999
- Tare name Max. 18 alphanumeric characters
- Tare weight Format and unit as for calibration
- Dialogs
- Dialog message 1 Max. 18 alphanumeric characters
- Dialog message 2 Max. 18 alphanumeric characters
- Dialog message 3 Max. 18 alphanumeric characters
- Predefined texts
- ID 1 to 999
- Line 1 Max. 18 alphanumeric characters
- Line 2 Max. 18 alphanumeric characters
- All WPs
- Show all WPs Enabled, disabled
- Lines 1 to 6 Gross, net, tare, limit 1, limit 2, analog out, blank line
- Single WP
- Lines 1 to 8 Gross, net, tare, limit 1, limit 2, analog out, blank line
- Size + / - Selectable size of weight display (12 sizes)
- PIN (only if a PIN has been activated)
- Use PIN Enabled, disabled
- Current PIN 1111 to 9999
- New PIN 1111 to 9999
- Repeat PIN 1111 to 9999
* Only possible when CAL switch 2 and CAL switch A/B are open
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4 Getting Started
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4.1 Switching on the Instrument
Please refer to the installation manual for important safety information relating to installation
and commissioning procedures.
After switching on the supply voltage, the BIOS menu is displayed.
If the instrument is not in a normal operating state, the BIOS menu can be accessed as follows:
- Press and hold simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds, or
- Disconnect the instrument from power (mains) for 1 minute, then reconnect and hold down the key
while switching it on again.
==== BIOS MENU ====
1 Warmstart (continue from power fail)
2 Coldstart (reset application data)
3 Restore (load application data)
4 Erase (reset to factory settings)
5 Test (systemtests)
6 Flash (enter flash setup)
INFO Show versions
Warm start, cold start and other functions can now be performed as described in the installation manual.
4.1.1 Factory Settings (Defaults)
Restoring default settings is possible only if write-protection has not been activated; see also the description
of CAL switches in the installation manual.
==== Please select an erase option ====
1 Erase/suspend recovery storage
2 Erase alibi storage
3 Erase WP A
4 Erase WP B
5 Erase configuration
EXIT Return to BIOS Menu
1 – The entire flash memory is deleted.
2 - Data in Alibi memory is deleted.
3 - Calibration data and parameters of weighing electronics A are reset to defaults.
4 - Calibration data and parameters of weighing electronics B are reset to defaults.
5 - The configuration data is reset to defaults.
4.2 Configuration Menu
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Start Config Test
Press [Config] to select the configuration menu.
If the PIN function was activated under [Config]-[PIN]-[Use PIN], the configuration menu [Config] can be
accessed from the application only after input of a valid PIN. After activating, the PIN is set to 9999 and
can be changed; refer to section 4.2.7 for details.
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4.2.1 Inputs
Configuration is based on a list of functions, each assigned to an internal bit. Refer to section 4.2.3 for the
default settings and chapter 9 for the addresses.
When changing the I/O card type, the configuration data remains unchanged. Functions for a non-installed
scale can be selected; however, they do not have any effect.
Configuration
Inputs Press to select an item.
Outputs
Modbus master
Print
4.2.1.1 Digital Inputs
A function from 1 to 2047 can be assigned to the individual inputs; see chapter 9. If several inputs are
assigned to an input function, the input with the higher card number and/or input number prevails. Nonassigned
input functions are ignored.
The card type and the available inputs and outputs are detected automatically.
Configuration/Inputs
Slot 1 Press to select the card socket.
Type
Digital inputs
Input 1
SPM bit address 128
Inp - Inp +
Press[Inp -]/[Inp +], or enter the number to switch inputs.
If the selected slot does not have any inputs, this is indicated as follows:
Configuration/Inputs
Slot 2
Type
No inputs
Possible plug-in cards
PR5510/08 Digital I/O type: 1 input
PR5510/09 Digital I/O type: 1 input
PR5510/12 Digital I/O type: 6 inputs
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4.2.2 Outputs
Changing the card type does not affect the configuration data. The configuration is based on a list of
functions, each assigned to an internal bit. See chapter 9 for the addresses.
Functions for a non-installed scale can be selected, but they do not have any effect.
Configuration
Inputs
Outputs Press and to select an item.
Modbus master
Print
4.2.2.1 Digital outputs
The assignments of functions to a scale are valid only if the scale exists.
A function from 1 to 2047 can be assigned to the individual outputs; refer to chapter 9. Non-assigned
outputs are switched off.
The card type and the available inputs and outputs are detected automatically.
Configuration/Outputs
Slot 1 Press to select a slot.
Type
Digital outputs
Output 1
SPM bit address 256
Outp - Outp +
To select the output, press [Outp -]/[Outp +] or enter the number.
If the selected slot does not have any outputs, this is indicated as shown below:
Configuration/Outputs
Slot 2
Type
No outputs
Possible plug-in cards
PR5510/08 Digital I/O type: 24 outputs
PR5510/09 Digital I/O type: 24 outputs
PR5510/12 Digital I/O type: 12 outputs
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4.2.2.2 Output Configuration for PR 5510/08 and PR 5510/09 BCD Cards
The PR5510/08 and PR5510/09 cards can be installed in Slot 1, 2 or 3 and are configurable as:
- Digital output card with 24 outputs and 1 input. Configuration as for a digital I/O card; refer to section
4.2.2.1.
- BCD output with 5 decades for weight values. If a weight value has more than 5 digits, only the 5 least
significant digits are displayed. This data pertains to the scale selected under [Data source].
- 16 bits in DWORD 9, 10 or 11, depending on slot.
Data output:
Bit PIN Meaning
0 2 1
1 3 2
2 4 4
x10 0
3 5 8
4 6 1
5 7 2
6 8 4
x10 1
7 9 8
8 10 1
9 11 2
10 12 4
x10 2
11 13 8
12 14 1
13 15 2
14 16 4
x10 3
15 17 8
16 18 1
17 19 2
18 20 4
x10 4
19 21 8
20 22 Sign
21 23 Stability
22 24 Value is valid
23 25 Tared
Switching from BCD to digital outputs and vice versa does not affect the output functions configured for
this slot.
Configuration/Outputs
Slot 2
Type BCD output Press to select an item.
Data source
WP A
BCD value
Gross
To use the BCD function, the [Type] must be set to [BCD output]. With the [Digital outputs] setting, the
card behaves as described in section 4.2.2.1. You can select the scale under [Data source].
If the setting is [Data source] = [WP A to D], the following [BCD value] can be selected:
- Gross
- Net
- Tare
- As display
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Instead of a weighing point, the SPM address defined for this slot can be selected as a data source; refer to
chapter 9.
Configuration/Outputs
Slot 2
Type
BCD output
Data source SPM %MD 9 Press to select an item.
The predefined addresses are: Slot 1: %MD 9, Slot 2: %MD 10, Slot 3: %MD 11.
The 5 least significant decades of the DWORD are output.
Press
to return to the previous menu [Configuration].
4.2.2.3 Input Configuration of the Analog Input/Output Card
Up to three PR5510/07 cards can be installed in Slot 1, 2 or 3.
No configuration options are available for the analog inputs.
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4.2.2.4 Output Configuration of the Analog Input/Output Card
Up to three PR5510/07 cards can be installed in Slot 1, 2 or 3.
Configuration/Outputs
Slot 3
Type
Analog output
Data source
WP A
Analog value
Gross
Range
4 to 20 mA
If ADC err. occurs
0 mA
If below zero
0 mA
If above Max
20 mA
[Data source]
[WP A], [WP B],
[WP C], [WP D]
[SPM %MW 14 to16],
Slot 1 to 3
[Analog value]
[Gross]
[Net/gross]
[Net/0 mA]
[Net/4 mA]
[Net/20 mA]
Output of the weight values from scales A, B, C or D.
0 to Max are converted into 0/4 mA to 20 mA.
For details on the value output to the SPM address, see chapter 9.
The SPM values are saved in the 0 to 20 mA output area with 1 µA/d.
Output of the gross value
Output of the net value, if tared; otherwise gross
Output of the net value, if tared; otherwise 0 mA
Output of the net value, if tared; otherwise 4 mA
Output of the net value, if tared; otherwise 20 mA
[Range]
[0 to 20 mA] Output of 0 to Max as 0 to 20 mA
[4 to 20 mA] Output of 0 to Max as 4 to 20 mA
[If ADC err. occurs]
[0 mA] Set the output to 0 mA
[4 mA] Set the output to 4 mA
[20 mA] Set the output to 20 mA
[hold]
The last output value is held.
[If below zero]
[0 mA] Set the output to 0 mA
[4 mA] Set the output to 4 mA
[20 mA] Set the output to 20 mA
[hold]
[linear]
The last output value is held
Only for [4 to 20 mA]: the output decreases below 4 mA until the limit
is reached.
[If above Max]
[0 mA] Set the output to 0 mA
[4 mA] Set the output to 4 mA
[20 mA] Set the output to 20 mA
[hold]
The last output value is held.
[linear]
The output increases above 20 mA until the limit is reached.
Press
to return to the previous menu [Configuration].
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4.2.2.5 Adapting the Analog Output
The output current can be adapted in small ranges. This is necessary in the event of small deviations from
the nominal value in a connected PLC.
Press
[Show hardware slots]-[Slot 1, 2, 3 PR5510/07 analog I/O] to display the menu:
Info/Hardware slots
PR5510/07 on slot 3
In use by PLC task 1
Analog output
9.066 mA
Counts
24711 cnt
Analog input 1 13
0.433 %
Stop PLC Stop I/O Adjust Reset Press [Adjust].
Info/Hardware slots/Adjust analog output slot 3
Output
4.000 mA
Measured
4.004 mA
Enter the value for 4 mA (measured, for example, by the connected PLC) under [Measured].
After you press , the second value (20 mA) is displayed:
Info/Hardware slots/Adjust analog output slot 3
Output
20.000 mA
Measured
20.010 mA
Enter the value for 20 mA (measured, for example, by the connected PLC) under [Measured].
Save settings ?
Press [Yes] to confirm the changes,
or [No] to restore the original values.
To reset to the default values (4 mA and 20 mA):
Info/Hardware slots
PR5510/07 on slot 3
In use by PLC task 1
Analog output
9.066 mA
Counts
24711 cnt
Analog input 1 13
0.433 %
Stop PLC Stop I/O Adjust Reset Press [Reset].
You are prompted to confirm:
Reset to default?
Reply [Yes] to reset the defaults,
or [No] to retain the values entered.
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4.2.3 Default Settings
Digital inputs: For digital inputs, no data is entered at the factory.
Digital outputs: For digital outputs (except BCD), no data is entered at the factory.
Analog output:
Parameter
Data source
Analog value
Range
If ADC err. occurs
If below zero
If above Max
Value
WP A
Gross
4 to 20 mA
0 mA
0 mA
20 mA
BCD output:
Parameter
Data source
BCD value
Value
WP A
Gross
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4.2.4 Modbus Master
In the Basic application, the Modbus master supports up to eight predefined Modbus modules.
4.2.4.1 Supported Modules
Modules 1 to 4
Modules 1 to 4 are of the following type:
- Phoenix Contact Inline Block IO (ILB ETH 24 DI16 DIO16-2TX)
Each of these modules offers 16 digital inputs and 16 digital outputs.
Modules 5 and 6
Modules 5 and 6 are of the following type:
- Phoenix Contact inline module (IL ETH BK DI8 DO4 2-TX-PAC)
- Phoenix Contact output module (IB IL 24 DO16-PAC)
- Phoenix Contact output module (IB IL 24 DO16-PAC)
In total, these modules offer 8 digital inputs and 36 digital outputs.
Modules 7 and 8
Modules 5 and 6 are of the following type:
- Phoenix Contact inline module (IL ETH BK DI8 DO4 2-TX-PAC)
- Phoenix Contact output module (IB IL 24 DO16-PAC)
- Phoenix Contact output module (IB IL 24 DO16-PAC)
- Phoenix Contact power supply (IB IL 24 PWR IN-PAC)
- Phoenix Contact output module (IB IL 24 DO16-PAC)
In total, these modules offer 8 digital inputs and 52 digital outputs.
4.2.4.2 Configuration Tool
The module hardware must be configured as described in the Phoenix instruction manual. Additionally, an
IP address must be assigned to each terminal. For this purpose, the IPAssign.exe tool is available from
Phoenix.
4.2.4.3 Configuration on the Instrument
Select [Config]-[Modbus master] to configure the modules:
Configuration/Modbus master
Communication error
Ignore Ignore, or show message if there is a comm. error.
Modbus module
Phoenix 1 Select the module.
Activate module
Can be enabled/disabled.
IP address 0.0.0.0
I/O type
Digital outputs or digital inputs
Output 1 Press to select an item.
SPM bit address 0
Outp - Outp +
[IP address]: Enter the module's IP address here.
[I/O type]: Define the input or output type to be configured here. The two subsequent items depend on the
input or output type specified here.
[Input] or [Output]: An SPM bit can be assigned for the selected input or output.
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4.2.5 Entering Limits
Each limit consists of a switch-on point and a switch-off point for definition of a hysteresis. The 4 values
per scale are entered according to the same principle. The values may be within -0.01 x Max and 1.01 x Max
of the corresponding scale. The limit outputs are listed in chapter 9.
Configuration
Inputs
Outputs
Modbus master
Limits Press and to select an item.
Configuration/Limits
Scale WP A Press to select an item.
Limit 1 On
890.00 kg
Limit 1 Off
900.00 kg
Limit 2 On
300.00 kg
Limit 2 Off
290.00 kg
Example:
The output signal (Out 1) of
Limit 1 (Lim 1) switches 'Off'
above a weight (Wgt) of
900 kg; Limit 2 (Lim 2) switches
'Off' below 290 kg. The two
limits have a hysteresis of 10
kg. In the event of a power
failure (both outputs 'Off'), the
outputs indicate underfill and
overfill simultaneously.
If the limits (Lim) for 'On' and
'Off' are equal, output 1 (Out 1)
switches 'On' when the weight
(Wgt) exceeds the value and
output 2 (Out 2) switches 'Off'
when the weight falls below the
value.
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4.2.6 Parameters
Select menu [Config]-[Parameters].
Configuration
Inputs
Outputs
Modbus master
Limits
Parameters Press and to select an item.
Configuration/Parameters
Terminal name
Combics Pro Basic
Ext. Alibi memory
None
Printer
Standard RS-232
Report copies 2
Sequence number 123456
Date format
DD.MM.YYYY
[Terminal name]
The terminal name appears on the report printout. Enter up to 18 alphanumeric characters.
[Ext. Alibi memory]
Select the physical interface. If no printout is required, select [None].
The interface must be selected under -[Serial ports parameter] as well. Define the transmission parameters
under [Param].
[Printer]
Select the physical interface. If no printout is required, select [None].
The interface must be selected under -[Serial ports parameter] as well. Define the transmission parameters
under [Param].
[Report copies]
Number of copies for printing the report. Enter a number from 1 to 99.
[Sequence number]
In addition to date and time, this parameter provides additional data for unambiguous identification of
datasets in the Alibi memory. Enter a number from 1 to 999999.
[Date format]
Select one of the following three formats for the date:
[YYYY.MM.DD], [DD.MM.YYYY] or [MM/DD/YYYY].
[PIN]
If a PIN is defined, you can exit the application only after input of a 4-digit code.
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4.2.7 Printout Format
The information to be sent to the printer can be defined under [Config]-[Print layout]. The data for the
selected scale (A, B, C or D) is printed.
Configuration/Print layout
Line 1 Terminal name Press to select an item.
Line 2
WP identifier
Line 3
Sequence number
Line 4
Date
Line 5
Time
Line 6
Gross
Line 7
Net
Line 8
Tare
Line 9
Blank line
Insert
Delete
Press [Insert] to insert a line preceding the selected line. The inserted line is blank; you can assign a different
meaning subsequently.
Press [Delete] to delete the selected line.
Types of line:
[Blank line]
A blank line is sent to the printer.
[---------] Character string (up to 39 characters)
[Form feed]
Form feed
[Terminal name]
Name defined under [Parameters]
[WP identifier]
[Sequence number]
[Date] In the selected date format; refer to section 4.2.6.
[Time]
[Gross]
Gross weight with unit
[Net]
Net weight with unit
[Tare]
Tare weight with unit
[Header]
[Weight mode]
[Dialog reply 1]
[Dialog reply 2]
[Dialog reply 3]
[OPC DINT 1]
[OPC DINT 2]
[OPC DINT 3]
[Current weight]
[Edited weight]
[Edited weight A]
[Edited weight B]
[Edited weight C] Refer to section 5.3.2.
[Edited weight D]
[Edited string]
[Edited int]
[Edited real]
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4.2.8 Preset Tare
The preset tare values can be assigned to all scales.
The ID number must be within 1 and 999.
Configuration/Preset tare
ID Tare name Tare weight
1 Tank 1 30.6 kg
2 Tank 2 42.7 kg
3 Tank 3 49.2 kg
100 Frame 1 200 kg
New Change Delete
Press [Change] to edit existing names and weights.
The tare name can be defined according to requirements and may be identical for different IDs. The unit of
the tare weight can be selected. If the units of the scale differ from the preset tare, the preset tare is
converted into the units of the scale when taring.
A preset tare value must not exceed the highest Max weight.
4.2.9 Dialogs
Three texts for the [Dialog message 1 to 3] can be defined.
Configuration/Dialogs
Dialog message 1
Please enter value
Dialog message 2
Dialog message 3
If no dialog message is entered, no message is output and no user activity is expected.
4.2.10 Predefined Texts
The predefined texts consist of two lines. The corresponding ID number must be within 1 and 999.
Predefined texts can be output on the display. At least line 1 must be defined.
Configuration/Predefined texts
ID Line 1 Line 2
1 Tank 1 30.6 kg
2 Tank 2 42.7 kg
3 Tank 3 49.2 kg
100 Frame 1 200 kg
New Change Delete
Press [Change] to edit existing texts.
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4.2.11 All WPs
Open the ’All WPs’ overview to have more than one scale displayed at the same time. As 12 lines in total are
available, 6 lines can be determined for each of 2 scales, for example.
Configuration/All WPs
Show all WPs
Activate to display the ’All WPs’ overview.
Line 1 Gross Press to select an item.
Line 2
Net
Line 3
Tare
Line 4 Limit 1
Line 5 Limit 2
Line 6
Blank line
4.2.12 Single WP
The weight and up to 8 (previously defined) values for the selected scale are displayed in the ’Single WP’
view.
Line 1 Gross Press to select an item.
Line 2
Net
Line 3
Tare
Line 4 Limit 1
Line 5 Limit 2
Line - Line + Size - 5 / 12 Size +
Press [Line -] to delete and [Line +] to add lines. If more lines are selected than can be displayed (depends in
part on the selected size), you can scroll through display lines.
The size of the weight display can be changed using [Size +] and [Size -]. The default setting is 5, which
leaves space for direct display of another 5 lines.
The smallest setting for the size of weight display is 1, which permits direct display of another 8 lines.
Settings 9 and 12 are the highest settings for the weight display, which leaves space for direct display of 1
line.
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4.2.13 PIN Code
4.2.13.1 Activating ’Use PIN’
If [Use PIN] is enabled, the application is closed only after the correct PIN is entered.
The default PIN, valid when the PIN function is first activated, is 9999.
You are prompted to enter a PIN only if
[Config]-[PIN]-[Use PIN] has been activated.
Configuration/PIN
Use PIN Press to enable the item.
4.2.13.2 Changing the PIN
Configuration/PIN
Current PIN * * * * Previous PIN (default: 9999)
New PIN * * * * Determine the PIN (1111 to 9999).
Repeat PIN * * * * Repeat the PIN (1111 to 9999).
If a value different from [New PIN] was entered under [Repeat PIN], the following message is displayed:
1st and 2nd input
not a match
After pressing [OK], you can repeat the PIN again.
Press to keep the previous PIN unchanged.
4.2.13.3 Closing the Application
To access the configuration [Config] of the application or [Setup], you can press
to exit the application.
!!!
Enter PIN
OK
* * * *
If [Config]-[PIN]-[Use PIN] is activated, the PIN must be entered to
close the application.
The "Exit" function is password-protected because it can lead to loss of initializing data in .
Otherwise, only calibration data remains protected, and that only provided that the corresponding
CAL switch was set; refer to the installation manual.
Retry
STOP
PIN wrong
Service
If the PIN is unknown, you can press [Service] to generate a
substitute PIN that can be used once.
Determination of the substitute PIN is based on the number
displayed when you press [Service] and on the calculation method
available from Sartorius.
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4.3 Printing the Configuration Data
Getting Started
Configuration data is output on the configured report printer. As the print width is limited to 39 characters
for each line, a ticket printer can alternatively be used. When printing the first line, the program checks
whether printing is possible. In the event of a printer failure during printing, a time-out of approximately 3
s is activated for each print line. The printout format cannot be edited using 'Nice Label Express'. The
printout reflects the status of the data at the time the printout was generated.
Configuration
Inputs
Outputs
Modbus master
Limits
Parameters
Print layout
Preset tare
Dialogs
Predefined texts
All WPs
Single WP
PIN
Print
Press [Print] or
to print the configuration data.
Configuration Basic 01.00.00
Last modified 2006.06.14 10:43
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Inputs
Slot 1
Digital inputs
Input 1 180
Input 2 0
Input 3 0
Input 4 0
Input 5 0
Input 6 0
Slot 2
No inputs
Slot 3
No inputs
Outputs
Slot 1
Digital outputs
Output 1 84
Output 2 85
Output 3 86
Output 4 0
Output 5 0
Output 6 0
Output 7 0
Output 8 0
Output 9 0
Output 10 0
Output 11 0
Output 12 0
Slot 2
No outputs
Slot 3
Analog output
Data source SPM %MW 16
Limits
WP A Limit 1 On
WP A Limit 1 Off
WP A Limit 2 On
WP A Limit 2 Off
0.000 kg
0.000 kg
0.000 kg
0.000 kg
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WP B Limit 1 On
WP B Limit 1 Off
WP B Limit 2 On
WP B Limit 2 Off
WP C Limit 1 On
WP C Limit 1 Off
WP C Limit 2 On
WP C Limit 2 Off
WP D Limit 1 On
WP D Limit 1 Off
WP D Limit 2 On
WP D Limit 2 Off
0.000 kg
0.000 kg
0.000 kg
0.000 kg
0 kg
0 kg
0 kg
0 kg
0 kg
0 kg
0 kg
0 kg
Parameters
Terminal name
Combics Pro
Ext. Alibi memory
None
Printer
Standard RS-232
Report copies 1
Sequence number 77
Date format
YYYY.MM.DD
Print layout
Line 1
Line 2
Line 3
Line 4
Line 5
Line 6
Line 7
Line 8
Line 9
Blank line
Terminal name
Sequence number
Date
Time
Gross
Net
Tare
Blank line
Preset tare
Dialogs
Predefined texts
All WPs
Show all WPs
Line 1
Line 2
Line 3
disabled
Gross
Net
Tare
Single WP
Size 5
Line 1 Limit 1
Line 2 Limit 2
Line 3
Blank line
Line 4
Blank line
PIN
Use PIN
disabled
4.4 Closing the Configuration Menu
Press
; you are prompted to confirm before the configuration menu is closed:
Save configuration ?
Press [Yes] to save the parameters in the EAROM,
or [No] to close the configuration without saving.
Press [Contin] to leave the configuration menu open.
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5 Basic Program
Basic Program
The following softkeys are provided for the Basic application:
[Start], [Config] and [Test].
Start Config Test
5.1 Scale Test
The test can be executed only for the built-in weight amplifier [WP A/B]; other scales will generate error
messages.
If you press [Test] to activate the analog test, the load cell measurement signal is disconnected. Execution
of the scale test is useful only if the test value was calculated during calibration of the scale.
Which value is displayed depends on the setting under [Setup]-[Weighing points]-[Weighing point A/B]-
[Internal A/B]-[Calib.]-[Param.]-[Test mode]:
- [Absolute]: The current test value is displayed (e.g. 5000)
- [Relative]: The difference between the current value and the initially saved test value is displayed (e.g.
0000).
End of analog test
OK
The test value is displayed until you press [OK]. Then the box is
closed and the weight value is shown again.
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5.2.1 Bar Graph
A bar graph scaled to the Max. display value is shown above the weight display.
5.2.2 All WPs
Press [Start]; the scales with the contents configured under [Config]-[All WPs] are shown in the ’All WPs’
overview.
All WPs
WP A Gross 357.33 kg
Net
222.56 kg
Tare
134.77 kg
WP B Gross 1327.8 kg
Net
Not tared
Tare
Not tared
WP C Gross 13.235 kg
Net
Not tared
Tare
Not tared
WP D Gross 5.003 kg
Net
Not tared
Tare
Not tared
To change to the ’Single WP’ view, press to select the scale and to confirm it.
5.2.3 Single WP
The number and contents of lines configured under [Config]-[Single WP] in addition to the normal display
for the selected scale are shown in the ’Single WP’ view.
Gross
Net
Tare
1359.50 kg
1127.50 kg
232.00 kg
The size of weight display can be selected under [Config]-[Single WP].
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5.3 Terminal Function
Basic Program
The terminal function can be used for remote control of the display over communication. Operator
keystrokes can be read back. To facilitate remote control, texts as well as numeric and weight values can be
edited on the instrument. Only the finished result needs to be read out. All texts can be stored locally in the
instrument as well and recalled using a text number. The terminal function can be aborted with 'Exit' or
termfun = -1 at any time, regardless of whether a dialog is open. A safety prompt is displayed.
5.3.1 Control
Terminal functions are controlled using two variables: "termfun" and "termstat". These variables can be read
and written over DDE/OPC or fieldbus; see chapter 8 and 9.
termfun Determines the function to be executed (write MD 48 or fieldbus function 121)
0 No function
1… Execute function
-1 Abort function, corresponds to
termstat Indicates the execution status (read MD 49 or fieldbus function 121)
0 Terminal IDLE
1, … Function finished
-1 Terminal busy
-2 General error
-3 Unknown text number (database)
The functions get their input texts for line 1 (the topmost display line) and for line 2 (the bottommost
display line) from the variable dsp1 or dsp2.
If the text number N * 256 is added to the function number (in "termfun"), dsp1 and dsp2 from the table of
predefined texts are used.
The general procedure between communication master (PC or fieldbus master) and communication slave
(instrument) is as follows:
Master
Writes text in variables dsp1 and dsp2
Writes the function number, e.g. 2, in
termfun. Waits until the status variable
termstat > is 0.
Slave
Following initialization, the variables termfun
and termstat are 0.
The instrument is ready to start a function.
- No effect-
Sets the status of termstat to -1 (busy).
The predefined function 2 is executed:
Displays the text stored in dsp1 in line 1.
Displays the text stored in dsp2 in line 2, and lets
the operator edit dsp2 in line 2.
The operator presses OK to finish editing.
Writes input in dsp2,
sets termstat to 1 (OK).
Waits until termfun is reset to 0.
As long as termstat is not 0, '...' is displayed.
Reads termstat = 1,
reads text in dsp2 (entered in input
field)
Writes function 0 in termfun to finish the
dialog.
- No effect-
Sets termstat to 0 (idle) and thus is ready for
the next function.
The 2-line text display is blank.
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5.3.2 Predefined Functions
Apart from the simple terminal functionality, you can enter a value or a text or output messages using
predefined functions locally on the instrument.
This is controlled using the "Function type" parameter on termfun.
Display function
!!!
Text line 1
Text line 2
termfun = 1: text display
Texts in line 1 and line 2 are updated continuously. This involves
copying to line 1 from memory cell dsp1 and to line 2 from
memory cell dsp2. Set termfun = -1 or press 'Exit' to close the
function.
Input function
The text contained in the memory cell dsp1 is shown on the topmost line. With numeric entries, the text
contained in the dsp2 memory cell is displayed as a unit behind the value.
Spaces before the first character and after the last character are discarded.
?
Text line 1
termfun = 2: text input
Text input: dsp2 is shown on line 2 and can be edited by the
operator.
OK
Text line 2
?
Text line 1
termfun = 3: Numeric input; data type: integer
The value of the editint memory cell is shown on line 2 and can
be edited by the operator.
OK
254Text line 2
?
Text line 1
termfun = 4: Numeric input; data type: real (floating point)
The value of the editreal memory cell is displayed on line 2 and
can be edited by the operator.
25.34Text line 2
OK
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Text line 1
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termfun = 5, 6, 7, 8: Input of a weight value
The value of the editwgtA memory cell is displayed in the weight
format of "A" in line 2 and can be edited by the operator (as for
editwgtB, edit wgtC, editwgtD).
OK
25.34 kg
Message functions
The text content of the dsp1 memory cell is shown on the topmost line. The softkey inscriptions are
predefined; however, they can be translated using the "Poedit" program. The message function prompts the
operator to respond by pressing a softkey. After pressing a key, the reply is returned by the message
function in termstat :
OK = 1, Exit = 2, Softkey2 = 3, Softkey3 = 4, Softkey4 = 5
?
termfun = 10
Text line 1
OK
?
termfun = 11
Text line 1
OK
Abort
?
termfun = 12
Text line 1
Abort Repeat Ignore
?
termfun = 13
Text line 1
Yes
No
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termfun = 14
Text line 1
Yes No Abort
?
termfun = 15
Text line 1
Repeat
Abort
?
Text line 1
termfun = 16
dsp2 provides the information for the softkeys. dsp2 is 20
characters long.
Softkey 2
Characters 1 to 6
Softkey 3
Characters 8 to 13
Softkey 4
Characters15 to 20
Sk2 Sk3 Sk4
Hidden input (* shown in place of characters)
?
Text line 1
* * * * * * * *
OK
termfun = 20
Dsp2 is shown on the line 2 and can be edited by the operator.
termfun = 21
The value of the editint memory cell is displayed on line 2 and can
be edited by the operator.
5.3.3 Predefined Functions with Predefined Texts
The texts in dsp1 for line 1 and in dsp2 for line 2 of the predefined functions described in the preceding
chapter must be transmitted via communication. Alternatively, the texts can be stored in the instrument
database and need not be transmitted. The texts in the database have a text number: 1 to 999 for
addressing the two display texts. Only a combination of this number and the function number is sent via
communication.
If the text number N * 256 is added to the function number (in termfun), dsp1 and dsp2 from the
table of predefined texts are used.
Example:
Function type 1 (the texts in lines 1 and 2 are updated continuously) and text 2 (of the predefined texts in
the database)
termfun = function type + text number * 256
termfun = 1 + 2 * 256
termfun = 513
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6 Alibi Memory
Alibi Memory
Up to 80,000 datasets can be stored in the internal Alibi memory. Each weight value represents one dataset.
This means that three datasets with identical sequence number are stored each time you save the gross, net
and tare weights.
6.1 Activating the Alibi Memory
To enable the Alibi memory, enter the license number pertaining to the instrument under [Setup]-[License
settings].
Setup/License
Board number 192734308
Alibi memory
OPC-Server
Batching
Application number 0
Add
Remove
Press [Add] and enter the 7-digit instrument-specific license number for the Alibi memory.
6.2 Reading the Alibi Memory
6.2.1 Reading Using the Instrument
You can press
-[Browse alibi memory] to view the stored datasets.
Info/Browse alibi memory
Year
2007 ( 2321) Datasets for year
Month 9 ( 217) Datasets for month
Day 5 ( 13) Datasets for day
Record
1/13 Current dataset/total datasets
Sequence number 4711
Date 2007-09-05
Time 11:56:45
Net weight A
+ - +10 -10
Year, month and day can be selected. The dataset to be displayed can be incremented or decremented using
[+], [-], [+10] and [-10].
The dataset is stored and displayed with sequence number, date, time, scale (A, B, C, D); weight type, value
and unit.
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6.2.2 Reading Using the Browser
If you use the browser, the Alibi memory can be displayed on the PC.
Select [Browse Alibi Memory].
Display on the PC monitor:
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6.3 Erasing the Alibi Memory
Alibi Memory
You can erase the Alibi memory if the CAL switch 1 is in the 'open' position.
Access the BIOS menu under -[System functions]-[Shutdown & Call BIOS]:
==== BIOS MENU ====
1 Restart (continue from shutdowm)
2 Coldstart (reset application data)
3 Restore (load application data)
4 Erase (reset to factory settings)
5 Test (systemtests)
6 Flash (enter flash setup)
INFO Show versions
Select [4 Erase].
==== Please select an erase option ====
1 Erase/suspend recovery storage
2 Erase alibi storage
3 Erase WP A
4 Erase WP B
5 Erase configuration
EXIT Return to BIOS Menu
Select [2 Erase alibi storage].
After erasing, the following message appears:
EXIT Return to BIOS Menu
alibi storage erased
Press
and [1 Restart] to return.
6.4 External Alibi Memory
The external Alibi memory can be switched off or assigned to one of the serial interfaces during
configuration. Select the interface under [Config]-[Parameters].
Configuration/Parameters
Terminal name
Combics Pro Basic
Ext. Alibi memory Slot 2 – RS-232 Press to select an item.
Printer
Standard RS-232
Report copies 1
Sequence number 123456
Date format
DD.MM.YYYY
After selecting the interface under [Setup]-[Serial port parameters], you can choose the transfer parameters
according to the connected Alibi memory under [Param].
With the exception of the [Date format], the dataset is not configurable and is independent of the internal
Alibi memory. The gross weight is printed. If the instrument is tared, however, the net weight is printed.
Print layout:
30.10.2007 11:06:59 #27 Gross A
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How to print the instrument configuration is described in section 4.3.
The printer can be assigned to one of the serial interfaces in the configuration menu. Select the interface
under [Config]-[Parameters].
Configuration/Parameters
Terminal name
Combics Pro Basic
Ext. Alibi memory
None
Printer Standard RS-232 Press to select an item.
Report copies 1
Sequence number 123456
Date format
DD.MM.YYYY
After selecting the interface under [Setup]-[Serial port parameters] -[Printer], you can choose the transfer
parameters for the printer under [Param].
To start printing, the application must be started; [Start], [Config], and [Test] are shown.
Printing can be initiated by the following signals:
- Pressing the "Print" key on the front panel of the instrument
- Activating a digital input
- Signal via fieldbus (repofun).
- Signal via DDE/OPC signal (repofun).
If the weight value is not within a permissible range (usually affects only legal-for-trade instruments), no
printout is generated. If the weight value is permissible, the ticket is printed as configured.
The data configured for printing can also be output over DDE/OPC or a fieldbus. Refer to the relevant
sections for additional details.
The ticket layout can be configured using one of two methods.
- Deefine the print layout under [Config]-[Print layout]; see section 4.2.7.
- Create the print layout using the Nice Label Express program; refer to section 7.1.
If a label has been loaded in the instrument, Nice Label Express is used for printing.
7.1 Nice Label Express (NLE)
Reports can be printed directly or using NLE. The name of the NLE file is "WGT.LBL".
The Nice Label Express program is required for creating user-defined reports. All variable data (e.g. weight
values) and invariable texts (e.g., "Sequence number") are transmitted to the report in variables. Thus in
many cases the operator can create language adaptations using TranslatIt for NLE; in this case, Nice Label
Express need not be started. A fixed structure of variables from the application is provided for Nice Label
Express.
Variable for NLE Type Description
dates STR10 Date
time STR10 Time
seqnum DINT Sequence number
wp_id STR2 Weighing point ’A’, ’B’
gross WEIGHT Gross weight
net WEIGHT Net weight
tare WEIGHT Tare weight
actual WEIGHT If tared: net weight; otherwise, gross weight
mode STR20 Text tgross or tnet; corresponds to "actual" (above)
scale STR20 Instrument identification name
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Variable for NLE Type Description
text1 STR20 User-definable text via communication or terminal function
text2 STR20 User-definable text via communication or terminal function
text3 STR20 User-definable text via communication or terminal function
editstr STR20 Text to be edited via communication or terminal function
editint DINT Integer to be edited via communication or terminal function
editreal REAL Floating point number to be edited via communication or terminal function
editwgt WEIGHT Weight to be edited via communication or terminal function.
editwgtA REAL WP A weight to be edited via communication or terminal function
editwgtB REAL WP B weight to be edited via communication or terminal function
editwgtC REAL WP C weight to be edited via communication or terminal function
editwgtD REAL WP D weight to be edited via communication or terminal function.
wp_id STR1 Scale identifier
term STR20 Terminal name
num1 DINT User-definable number, to be set via communication
num2 DINT User-definable number, to be set via communication
num3 DINT User-definable number, to be set via communication
term STR20 Prompt text for terminal name
thead STR30 Header for printout
tseq STR20 Prompt text for sequence number
tdate STR20 Prompt text for date
ttime STR20 Prompt text for time
tgross STR20 Prompt text for gross weight
tnet STR20 Prompt text for net weight
ttare STR20 Prompt text for tare
twp STR20 Prompt text for scale ident
tmode STR20 Prompt text for tgross or tnet, depending on "actual"
ttext1 STR20 Prompt text for user-definable text 1
ttext2 STR20 Prompt text for user-definable text 2
ttext3 STR20 Prompt text for user-definable text 3
tnum1 STR20 Prompt text for user-definable number 1
tnum2 STR20 Prompt text for user-definable number 2
tnum3 STR20 Prompt text for user-definable number 3
tactual STR20 Prompt text for actual
twgt STR20 Prompt text for weight to be edited
twgtA STR20 Prompt text for WP A weight to be edited
twgtB STR20 Prompt text for WP B weight to be edited
twgtC STR20 Prompt text for WP C weight to be edited
twgtD STR20 Prompt text for WP D weight to be edited
tstr STR20 Prompt text for text to be edited
tint STR20 Prompt text for integer to be edited
treal STR20 Prompt text for floating point number to be edited
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8 Fieldbus
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The Combics Pro Basic instrument can be used as a fieldbus slave for Profibus, Interbus-S or DeviceNet if a
fieldbus interface is installed in Slot 4. This enables networking of one or several instruments under a
communication master (e.g. Siemens S7 Profibus). Up to 4 scales may be addressed over the fieldbus
interface. The data on the fieldbus is processed at intervals of 50 ms.
Weight values are mostly shown in REAL format in relation to the selected weight unit. In some cases, they
are displayed as DINT.
8.1 Configuration
Configure the interface under [Setup]-[Fieldbus parameters] in the instrument.
For instance, you can select Profibus-DP under [Fieldbus protocol]. The [I/Os] settings requires selection of
the window size depending on the number of scales connected to the instrument. Select 16 bytes for two
scales.
Setup/Fieldbus
Fieldbus protocol
Profibus-DP
I/Os
16-byte I/O
Profibus-DP address 1
Scale-interface
WP A, B
If scales A and B are configured, the interface works with a 16 (2 x 8) byte write window and a 16 (2 x 8)
byte read window. The windows are assigned to the weighing points. The fieldbus exchanges its data
cyclically with each slave. This means 8 bytes are written and 8 bytes are read during each cycle, even if data
contents are unchanged.
The protocol described here is independent of the selected fieldbus; it is explained as seen from the fieldbus
master.
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8.1.1 Write Window
In this window, data is transferred from the master to the slave (instrument).
The first four bytes are used to write a data value.
The type of this data is written in byte 5.
In direct access, the bits in bytes 6 and 7 are independent
of the write value data type.
Byte 0 Write data: MSB
Byte 1 "
Byte 2 "
Byte 3 Write data: LSB
Byte 4 Read data type request
Byte 5 Write data type
Byte 6 Direct control bits
Byte 7 Direct control bits
Procedure for writing a parameter:
1. Wait until write_handshake = 0 in the read window (instrument is ready to receive new data)
2. Write value in byte 0 to 3
3. Write data type in byte 5 (write data type request)
4. Wait until write_handshake = 1 (the Basic controller confirms receipt of data)
Write 0 into byte 5 (write_data_request) -> write_handshake is set to 0.
8.1.2 Read Window
In this window, data is transferred from the slave (instrument) to the master.
The first four bytes are used to read a data value.
The data type is in byte 4 and corresponds to the request
in the write data window.
The status bits in byte 6 and 7 are independent of the
read value data type.
Byte 0 Read data: MSB
Byte 1 "
Byte 2 "
Byte 3 Read data: LSB
Byte 4 Echo from read data type request
Byte 5 General system bits:
write handshake
power_fail
analog error...
Byte 6 Status bits
Byte 7 Status bits
A procedure for reading status bits and writing direct control bits is not required. The general system bits
and the status bits are always present and need not be requested separately. Direct control bits are available
continuously as well.
Procedure for reading a parameter:
1. Write the type of data/parameters in byte 4 of the write window (e.g. net weight) as a read data type
request.
2. Wait until the fourth byte of the read window echoing the read data type request is equal to the read
data type request of the fourth byte in the write window.
3. Now the value is available in bytes 0 to 3.
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8.1.3 Write Data
All write values are addressed by write data type request. The data typical for the WP is accessible via
different write windows. Data independent of the WP can be accessed via the write window of WP A, B, C or
D.
Value in byte 5
Write data in byte 0 to 3 (parameters)
Write data type request
Dec Name
13 Reserved, firmware
24 Limit1_On value [REAL]
25 Limit1_Off value [REAL]
26 Limit2_On value [REAL]
27 Limit2_Off value [REAL]
31 Fixtare [REAL]
112-121 Reserved, firmware
122 dsp1 Line 1 for display; [characters 1 to 4]
123 Line 1 for display; [characters 5 to 8]
124 Line 1 for display; [characters 9 to 12]
125 Line 1 for display; [characters 13 to 16]
126 Line 1 for display; [characters 17 to 20]
127 dsp2 Line 2 for display; [characters 1 to 4]
128 Line 2 for display; [characters 5 to 8]
129 Line 2 for display; [characters 9...12]
130 Line 2 for display; [characters 13...16]
131 Line 2 for display; [characters 17...20]
132 editint Dialog: numeric input [INT]
133 editreal Dialog: numeric input [REAL]
134 editweightA...D Dialog: weight input in the format of the WP
141 repofun Report: start printing
142 text1 Text1; [characters 1 to 4]
143 Text1; [characters 5 to 8]
144 Text1; [characters 9 to 12]
145 Text1; [characters 13 to 16]
146 Text1; [characters 17 to 20]
147 text2 Text2; [characters 1 to 4]
148 Text2; [characters 5 to 8]
149 Text2; [characters 9 to 12]
150 Text2; [characters 13 to 16]
151 Text2; [characters 17 to 20]
152 text3 Text3; [characters 1 to 4]
153 Text3; [characters 5 to 8]
154 Text3; [characters 9 to 12]
155 Text3; [characters 13 to 16]
156 Text3; [characters 17 to 20]
157 num1 Report: user-definable number for printout [DINT]
158 num2 Report: user-definable number for printout [DINT]
159 num3 Report: user-definable number for printout [DINT]
180 Analog output value 1 [DINT] 0 to 20000
181 Analog output value 2 [DINT] 0 to 20000
182 Analog output value 3 [DINT] 0 to 20000
184 Bit 1 to 8 [=1byte] output signals
190 termfun Dialog: function code
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Direct control bits (write bits for the fieldbus master, own windows for WP A to D):
Byte 6
Byte 7
Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
Use as
fixtare
Set fixtare
Reset
powerfail
Test off Test on Reset tare Tare Set zero
The addresses and control bits with gray background are handled by the firmware part of the interface. All
control bits react only to a 0-to-1 change.
To detect a change, the status must remain unchanged over a period of at least 40 ms. Weights from this
range are in READOUT rather than in REAL format.
Use as fixtare
Set fixtare
Reset powerfail
Test off
Test on
Reset tare
Tare
Set zero
Set the fixtare value with the current weight
Tare the scale using the fixtare value
Reset the ’power-fail’ flag
Deactivate the analog test
Activate the analog test
Reset the scale tare
Set the scale tare
Set the scale to zero
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8.1.4 Read Data
All read values are addressed by read data type request. The typical WP data is accessible via different read
windows. Data independent of the WP can be accessed via the read window of WP A, B, C or D.
Value in byte 4
Read data in byte 0 to 3 (parameters)
Read data type request
Dec Name
1 Firmware, Status-Bits
4 Firmware, Exp (B 0), Unit (B 1), Interv (B 2), Error (B 3)
5 Firmware, Version (Type, Mainversion, Subversion)
6 Firmware, Boardnumber
8 Firmware, Gross Readout [DINT], in unit of the WP
9 Firmware, Net Readout [DINT], in unit of the WP
10 Firmware, Tare Readout [DINT], in in unit of the WP
12 Reserved, firmware
13 Reserved, firmware
14 Firmware, Max Readout [DINT], in in unit of the WP
23 Max [REAL]
24 Limit_On [REAL]
25 Limit1_Off value [REAL]
26 Limit2_On value [REAL]
27 Limit2_Off value [REAL]
28 Gross weight without unit, without scaling [REAL]
29 Net weight without unit, without scaling [REAL], gross if not tared
30 Tare without unit, without scaling [REAL], 0 if not tared
31 Fixtare [REAL]
44 Reserved, firmware
76 Reserved, firmware
108 Reserved, firmware
122 dsp1 Line 1 for the display; [characters1 to 4]
123 Line 1 for the display; [characters 5 to 8]
124 Line 1 for the display; [characters 9 to 12]
125 Line 1 for the display; [characters 13 to 16]
126 Line 1 for the display; [characters 17 to 20]
127 dsp2 Line 2 for the display; [characters 1 to 4]
128 Line 2 for the display; [characters 5 to 8]
129 Line 2 for the display; [characters 9 to 12]
130 Line 2 for the display; [characters 13 to 16]
131 Line 2 for the display; [characters 17 to 20]
132 editint Dialog: numeric input [INT]
133 editreal Dialog: numeric input [REAL]
134 editweightA...D Dialog: weight input in the format of the WP
140 Reserved, firmware
141 Report status [DINT]
142 text1 Text1; [characters 1 to 4]
143 Text1; [characters 5 to 8]
144 Text1; [characters 9 to 12]
145 Text1; [characters 13 to 16]
146 Text1; [characters 17 to 20]
147 text2 Text2; [characters 1 to 4]
148 Text2; [characters 5 to 8]
149 Text2; [characters 9 to 12]
150 Text2; [characters 13 to 16]
151 Text2; [characters 17 to 20]
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Value in byte 4
Read data in byte 0 to 3 (parameters)
Read data type request
Dec Name
152 text3 Text3; [characters 1 to 4]
153 Text3; [characters 5 to 8]
154 Text3; [characters 9 to 12]
155 Text3; [characters 13 to 16]
156 Text3; [characters 17 to 20]
157 num1 Report: user-definable number for printout [DINT]
158 num2 Report: user-definable number for printout [DINT]
159 num3 Report: user-definable number for printout [DINT]
160 Alibi sequence number [DINT]
161 Alibi date [DINT]
162 Alibi time [DINT]
163 Alibi weight [REAL]
164 Alibi weight type (O: gross, 1: net)
165 Alibi scale ( 1 to 4)
172 Reserved, firmware
180 Analog input 1 Slot 1 [DINT] 0 to 3000
181 Analog input 2 Slot 1 [DINT] 0 to 3000
182 Analog input 3 Slot 1 [DINT] 0 to 3000
183 Analog input 4 Slot 1 [DINT] 0 to 3000
184 Input signals, slots 1, 2 and 3 (3 x 8 bits)
190 Terminal status [DINT]
204 Reserved, firmware
236 Reserved, firmware
Direct control bits (read bits for the fieldbus master, own window for WP A to D):
Byte 5
Byte 6
Byte 7
Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
CMD power fail limit 1 limit 2
active
CMD CMD
tare active Calibration Test
busy Error
out-ofcalibration
stability within zero zero within below zero above Max above Max error
set range 1/4d
+ overload
number in
gross
The addresses and control bits shown with gray background are handled by the firmware part of the
interface.
write handshake 0 = instrument is ready to receive new data
power fail
instrument had a voltage sag (signal must be reset to delete it)
tare active
scale is tared
limit 1 / 2 signals for limit 1/2
stability
scale is stabilized
within zero set range scale is within the zero set range
zero within 1/4d scale is within +/- 1/4 d of zero
below zero
scale is below zero
above Max + overload scale load exceeds Max + overload
above Max
scale is above Max with permissible overload
error number in gross scale is in error state; an error number instead of the gross weight is displayed
CMD busy
write command in progress (e.g. im motion)
CMD Error
write command has been aborted
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9 SPM
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The user-accessible memory is termed "scratch-pad memory (SPM) for definition of fixed addresses."
Internal data is saved in the SPM.
The SPM is located at the base address 0000. Some of the SPM addresses are used for predefined data,
others are used for predefined ranges. The remaining addresses can be utilized for user data; note that the
MB (byte) 1536 to 2366 range is used already for the application program.
Allocation (summary):
System BOOL Name Function
0 TRUE
1 inStart Program start active
2 Hold sl. 1 output value
3 Hold sl. 2 output value
4 Hold sl. 3 output value
5 protect1 Prog. remains in Start/Term.
6 print Printing is started
7 ModbusError Communication error
16 Output bit 1
17 Output bit 2
18 Output bit 3
19 Output bit 4
20 Output bit 5
21 Output bit 6
22 Output bit 7
23 Output bit 8
Free BOOL Function
16 to 63
Scale flags
Scale control
BOOL
WP A
BOOL
WP B
BOOL
WP C
BOOL
WP D Function
64 80 96 112 Weight is valid
65 81 97 113 WP not ready
66 82 98 114 1/4 d
67 83 99 115 Stability
68 84 100 116 Tared
69 85 101 117 Limit 1
70 86 102 118 Limit 2
BOOL
WP A
BOOL
WP B
BOOL
WP C
BOOL
WP D Function
128 136 144 152 Set zero
129 137 145 153 Tare
130 138 146 154 Reset tare
131 139 147 155 Tare with tare input
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Analog inputs
Analog output
BCD output
Digital input
Digital output
WORD
Input 1
WORD
Input 2
WORD
Input 3
WORD
Input 4 Function
10 11 12 13 First card found
WORD WORD WORD
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
Function
14 15 16 Outputs of the 3 slots
DWORD DWORD DWORD
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
Function
9 10 11 Outputs of the 3 slots
DWORD DWORD DWORD
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
Function
12 13 14 Inputs of the 3 slots
DWORD DWORD DWORD
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
Function
15 16 17 Outputs of the 3 slots
Modbus
WORD
Module 1
WORD
Module 2
WORD
Module 3
WORD
Module 4 Function
Digital inputs 38 39 40 41 Inputs
Modbus
WORD
Module 5
WORD
Module 6
WORD
Module 7
WORD
Module 8 Function
Digital inputs 42 43 44 45 Inputs
Modbus
WORD
Module 1
WORD
Module 2
WORD
Module 3
WORD
Module 4 Function
Digital outputs 46 47 48 49 Outputs
Modbus
WORD
Module 5
WORD
Module 6
WORD
Module 7
WORD
Module 8 Function
Digital outputs 50, 51, 52 53, 54, 55
56, 57, 58,
59
60, 61, 62,
63 Outputs
Type Variable
SPM address
WP A WP B WP B WP B
BOOL OK MX 16384 17024 17664 18304
BOOL W&M MX 16385 17025 17665 18305
BOOL UserLiq MX 16386 17026 17666 18306
BOOL Print MX 16387 17027 17667 18307
SINT Filler MB 2049 2129 2209 2289
SINT Dim MB 2050 2130 2210 2290
SINT Expo MB 2051 2131 2211 2291
REAL Limit1on MR 513 533 553 573
REAL Limit1off MR 514 534 554 574
REAL Limit2on MR 515 535 555 575
REAL Limit2off MR 516 536 556 576
REAL FixTare MR 517 537 557 577
REAL FSD MR 518 538 558 578
REAL Min MR 519 539 559 579
REAL Gross MR 520 540 560 580
REAL Net MR 521 541 561 581
REAL Tare MR 522 542 562 582
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DINT DSP1.Part1 MD 384
DINT DSP1.Part2 MD 385
DINT DSP1.Part3 MD 386
DINT DSP1.Part4 MD 387
DINT DSP1.Part5 MD 388
DINT DSP2.Part1 MD 389
DINT DSP2.Part2 MD 390
DINT DSP2.Part3 MD 391
DINT DSP2.Part4 MD 392
DINT DSP2.Part5 MD 393
DINT Text1.Part1 MD 394
DINT Text1.Part2 MD 395
DINT Text1.Part3 MD 396
DINT Text1.Part4 MD 397
DINT Text1.Part5 MD 398
DINT Text2.Part1 MD 399
DINT Text2.Part2 MD 400
DINT Text2.Part3 MD 401
DINT Text2.Part4 MD 402
DINT Text2.Part5 MD 403
DINT Text3.Part1 MD 404
DINT Text3.Part2 MD 405
DINT Text3.Part3 MD 406
DINT Text3.Part4 MD 407
DINT Text3.Part5 MD 408
DINT terfun MD 409
DINT termstat MD 410
DINT Num_1 MD 411
DINT Num_2 MD 412
DINT Num_3 MD 413
DINT editint MD 414
DINT repofun MD 415
DINT repostat MD 416
DINT Seq_Alibi MD 417
REAL editreal MR 418
REAL editwgtA MR 419
REAL editwgtB MR 420
REAL editwgtC MR 421
REAL editwgtD MR 422
REAL Wgt_Alibi MR 423
DINT Date_Alibi MD 424
DINT Time_Alibi MD 425
USINT WP_Alibi MB 1704
USINT Typ_Alibi MB 1705
BOOL Tared_Alibi MX 13648
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10 Index
A
Adapting the analog output....................................... 20
All WPs ......................................................................... 32
Analog input ................................................................ 18
Analog input/output ................................................... 11
Analog output.............................................................. 19
B
Bar graph...................................................................... 32
BCD output ............................................................11, 17
C
Configuration............................................................... 42
Configuration data...................................................... 29
D
DeviceNet ..................................................................... 11
Digital inputs ............................................................... 15
Digital interface ........................................................... 11
Digital outputs............................................................. 16
E
EAROM ......................................................................... 12
Ethernet........................................................................ 11
External Alibi memory................................................. 39
F
Fieldbus ........................................................................ 42
G
Getting started............................................................. 14
I
Index............................................................................. 51
Inputs............................................................................ 15
Interbus-S..................................................................... 11
L
Limits ............................................................................ 23
M
Menu structure ............................................................ 12
N
Navigation keys ........................................................... 10
Nice Label Express....................................................... 40
O
Operation........................................................................ 7
Optocoupler inputs ..................................................... 11
Optocoupler outputs................................................... 11
Outputs......................................................................... 16
Overview ......................................................................... 5
P
Parameters..............................................................24, 25
PIN ................................................................................ 28
Predefined functions................................................... 34
Preset tare ................................................................7, 26
Profibus-DP.................................................................. 11
R
Read data ..................................................................... 46
Reset tare...................................................................... 45
S
Scale
Display...................................................................... 32
Scale test ...................................................................... 31
Serial interface ............................................................. 11
Setup menu.................................................................. 12
Single WP ..................................................................... 32
Slot 1, 2, 3 ................................................................... 11
Slot 4 ............................................................................ 11
Slot A, B ....................................................................... 11
Softkeys ............................................................. 7, 10, 36
SPM............................................................................... 48
Start menu ................................................................... 31
T
Tare............................................................................... 45
Terminal function........................................................ 33
W
Weighing electronics ................................................... 11
Write data..................................................................... 44
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