PT 270
Platform Scale
User Manual
Rev.1 7.9.4
Thank you for purchasing a PT Electronic Digital Scale. In order to use the
scale properly, please read this Manual carefully before use. If you have a
problem concerning the scale, please contact your supplier.
1 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 TABLE OF CONTENTS..............................................................................................................1
2 PREPARATION..........................................................................................................................3
2.1 Preparing the scale for use..............................................................................................3
2.2 Care of your scale............................................................................................................3
3 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATION............................................................................................6
3.1 FEATURES......................................................................................................................6
3.2 Specifications...................................................................................................................7
3.3 Product Package..............................................................................................................7
3.4 Power Source...................................................................................................................7
4 KEYS AND FUNCTIONS............................................................................................................8
5 DISPLAY.....................................................................................................................................9
6 OPERATION.............................................................................................................................10
6.1 Zeroing The Display.......................................................................................................10
6.2 Tare................................................................................................................................10
6.3 Weighing a sample........................................................................................................10
6.4 Check Weighing.............................................................................................................10
6.5 Accumulation..................................................................................................................11
6.6 Manual Accumulation.....................................................................................................11
6.7 Automatic Accumulation.................................................................................................11
6.8 Memory Recall...............................................................................................................12
6.9 Memory Clear.................................................................................................................12
6.10 Animal Mode................................................................................................................12
6.11 Keyboard Lock.............................................................................................................12
6.12 Setting Backlight .........................................................................................................12
6.13 Setting Auto Power Off.................................................................................................12
6.14 Changing Between Available Units..............................................................................12
7 BATTERY OPERATION...........................................................................................................13
8 RS-232 OUTPUT......................................................................................................................14
8.1 Specifications:................................................................................................................14
8.2 Connector ....................................................................................................................14
8.3 Data Print Outs..............................................................................................................14
8.4 Data Format Weighing and Accumulation Output..........................................................14
8.5 Data Format Recalling Totals Output............................................................................14
8.6 Data Output Continuous Output Mode...........................................................................14
9 ANALOG OUTPUT AND CHECK WEIGHING CONTROL.......................................................15
9.1 9 Pin Air Connector........................................................................................................15
9.2 Checkweighing Output Application Example (additional Output Control PCB required).15
10 PARAMETERS.......................................................................................................................16
10.1 Parameter Setting........................................................................................................16
10.2 Parameter Table..........................................................................................................16
10.3 Print Out Format Setting for PC and External Printers.................................................18
10.4 Print out Format Table (LP-50 type printer with built in real time clock).......................19
10.5 Print Format Table - PC and TP type serial printer......................................................20
11 CALIBRATION........................................................................................................................21
11.1 Calibration....................................................................................................................21
11.2 Normal Calibration .....................................................................................................21
11.3 Linearity Calibration......................................................................................................22
11.4 External Calibration......................................................................................................22
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12 ERROR CODES......................................................................................................................24
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2 PREPARATION
2.1 Preparing the scale for use
1. The PT270 series requires some assembly. Unpack the scale carefully, remove all
packing and place the basework upside down on the floor or a bench.
2. Secure the pillar support bracket to the side of the base using two of the four bolts
supplied. Thread the cable inside the bracket and out the stem fixing with the
supplied nylon clips. Fit the cover to the underside of the bracket and secure
through the bracket to the underside of the base with the remaining two bolts and
the screw.
3. Turn the basework over and thread the cable through the tube. Slide the tube into
the bracket and secure with two set screws. Thread the cable at the top of the tube
through the plastic bracket and slide this bracket over the tube.
4. Remove the transit screws from the front and rear of the basework. Fit the stainless
steel top to the basework.
5. Attach the indicator to the pillar by sliding it over the bracket with the flanges
engaged in the grooves on the base of the indicator. Attach the cable from the
base to the connector on the rear of the indicator and store surplus cable inside the
pillar tube. Align the indicator to the desired angles and tighten the two clamp bolts,
(one clamps the bracket to the tube and the other adjusts the viewing angle).
6. Level the scale by adjusting the four feet. Raise the side or corner opposite the
bubble until the bubble comes into the centre circle. Ensure all four of the feet
touch the bench. If the scale rocks readjust the feet.
7. Attach the AC power adaptor to the connector at the back of the indicator.
8. Avoid placing the scale in direct sunlight, near air conditioning vents or open doors
as these can cause extremes of temperature and air currents that can affect
stability.
9. Avoid unstable power sources. Large users of electricity such as welding equipment
or large motors generate electromagnetic fields that can affect weighing accuracy.
10. The Power switch is located on the front panel. Once the scale has been switched
on, it will go through a display test and then re-zero to be ready for use.
11. When the battery needs charging the LED to the left of the weight display will glow
red. To recharge the battery, plug the power supply into the socket located under
the scale next to the ON/OFF switch and connect to mains power. The recharge
light will turn to yellow while it is being charged and turns to green when the battery
is fully charged.
12. The acceleration due to gravity varies around the world. The force on the scale is a
product of the gravity value and the mass placed on the scale to weigh. As the
gravity value can vary in different world locations so can the weight displayed for
the same mass. This Scale has been calibrated for a gravity value (acceleration
due to gravity) of g=9.806 m/s2. Discrepancies in readings at the location of
installation could be due to a different gravity value and adjustment of the scale
calibration may be needed.
2.2 Care of your scale
1. Do not allow any liquids to get into or come into contact with the scale. If this
happens, wipe the scale dry with a cloth.
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2. Avoid objects impacting with the scale. Do not drop loads onto the scale or load
with a load that is greater than maximum capacity.
3. The scale should be kept clean. The scale can be cleaned with a damp cloth and
any cleaning agents should first be applied to a cloth and this cloth then used to
clean the scale. Avoid solvents as these can damage the case.
4. If the scale is not going to be used for some time, we recommend that it be cleaned
and stored it in a plastic bag in dry conditions. A desiccant sachet may be included
to prevent moisture build up. If the storage period is to be lengthy the battery
should also be removed.
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3.2 Specifications
Model PT270S PT270M PT270L
Available Capacities 30kg/60kg/150kg 60kg/150kg/300kg 300kg/600kg/1000kg
Increments 2g/5g/10g 5g/10g/20g 20g/50g/100g
Platform size 350m x 450mm 420mm x 520mm 600mm x 800mm
Max Resolution 1:15000
Operating Temperature 0oC 40oC / 32oF 104oF
Display 5 digit LCD display, 52mm high digits with backlight
Base work Cast Aluminium with a stainless steel top/Stainless Steel option
Indicator ABS Plastic/Stainless Steel Option
Power Supply Internal battery and external 115/230VAC adaptor 9vDC 800ma
Stabilisation time 1 second typical
Calibration External
Loadcell excitation 5VDC 150ma
Loadcells Up to four 350 ohm cells
Optional Interface Bi Directional RS-232 Output. Analog/checkweigh output
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5 DISPLAY
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6 OPERATION
6.1 Zeroing The Display
You can press the ZERO key at any time to set the zero point from which all
other weighing and counting is measured, within 4% of power up zero. This will
usually only be necessary when the platform is empty. When the zero point is
obtained the display will show zero.
The scale has an automatic rezeroing function to account for minor drifting or
accumulation of material on the platform. However you may need to press the
ZERO key to rezero the scale if small amounts of weight are shown when the
platform is empty.
6.2 Tare
Zero the scale by pressing the ZERO key if necessary. The zero indicator will be
on.
Place a container on the platform, a value for its weight will be displayed.
Press the TARE key to tare the scale. The weight that was displayed is stored as
the tare value and that value is subtracted from the display, leaving zero on the
display. The "NET" indicator will be on. As product is added only the weight of the
product will be shown. The scale could be tared a second time if another type of
product was to be added to the first one. Again only the weight that is added after
taring will be displayed.
When the container is removed a negative value will be shown. If the scale was
tared just before removing the container this value is the gross weight of the
container plus all product that was removed. The zero indicator will also be on
because the platform is back to the same condition it was when the ZERO key was
last pressed.
6.3 Weighing a sample
To determine the weight of a sample first tare the empty container then place the sample
in the container. the display will show the weight and the units of weight currently in use.
6.4 Check Weighing
Check-weighing is a procedure to cause an alarm to sound when the weight on the
scale meets or exceeds values stored in memory. The memory holds user settable
values for a high limit and a low limit and the user can set (in user Parameters)
when the alarm will sound.
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Note: Setting both the Hi and Lo limit to zero will disable the Checkweigh function.
Press G/N and PRINT key together, the display will show sEt h.
Press the ZERO key, the display will show the last set hi limit, eg 0.00
Use the M+ and the MR key to move active digit,
(the PRINT key resets the value to 0.00).
Use TARE key to change value of each digit
Press the ZERO key to save the entry. The display shows SEt h
Press the TARE key once to select SET L,
Use the M+ and the MR key to move active digit, (
the PRINT key resets the value to 0.00).
Use TARE key to change value of each digit
Press the ZERO key to save the entry. The display shows BEEP
Press the ZERO key, the display will show the last setting eg nG
Press the TARE key to change when the buzzer sounds.
NG The buzzer sounds when the weight is outside the limits:
oK The buzzer sounds when the weight is within the limits:
no the buzzer does not sound.
Press the ZERO key to save the setting.
Press the G/N key to return to weighing mode.
6.5 Accumulation
The scale can be used to accumulate totals manually or automatically. This is set in
Parameters, (P2 Com Mode pr2 or auto ).
6.6 Manual Accumulation
The Parameters need to be set to (P2 Con Mode Pr2).
The weight display must return to zero before the next value can be accumulated.
6.7 Automatic Accumulation
The Parameters need to be set to (P2 Con Mode Auto).
Place a weight on the platter, allow to stabilise. The scale will give a short beep and
display ACC and the number of accumulations, then display the accumulated total for 3
seconds before returning to weighing mode. If RS-232 is fitted the data will be sent out to
the printer or PC
The weight display must return to zero before the next value can be accumulated.
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Press and hold the ZERO key for 3 seconds. The scale will beep and the display
show SetbL.
Press the Zero key, the display will show the current setting, eg bL AU
Press the TARE key until the required setting shows on the screen.
Press the ZERO key to save the setting
Press the G/N key to exit to weighing mode.
6.13 Setting Auto Power Off
The scale can be set to turn off after a set period of inactivity in order to extend battery
life. The available choices are 0, 3, 5, 15, 30 minutes. Setting 0 disables auto power off.
Press and hold the ZERO button for 3 seconds. The scale will beep and display
show SetbL.
Press the TARE key, the display will show SetoFF.
Press the ZERO key to display the currect settting.
Use the TARE key to select the required time. Select 0 to disable auto power off
Press the ZERO key to save the setting.
Press the G/N key to exit to weighing mode.
6.14 Changing Between Available Units
Press and hold down the G/N key to switch between the available units. Release the key
when the desired units shows on the display. The available units are only those that have
been turned on in Parameters (P5 UNIT)
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7 BATTERY OPERATION
The scale can be operated from the battery if desired. The battery life is approximately 70
hours depending on backlight and RS-232 usage.
When the battery needs charging the arrow above the low battery symbol under the
weight display will turn on. The battery should be charged as soon as the arrow above the
symbol is on. The scale will still operate for about 1 hour after which it will automatically
switch off to protect the battery.
To charge the battery simply plug into the mains power adaptor. The scale does not need
to be turned on.
An LED located to the lower left of the display indicates the status of battery charging.
The internal battery will charge whenever the scale is plugged into the mains power. If the
LED is green the battery has a full charge. If it is Red the battery is nearly discharged and
yellow indicates the battery is being charged.
The battery is shipped partially charged. To maximise its life and performance it should be
fully charged before use. Many batteries of this type show an improved performance if
they are subject to full charge and discharge to low battery warning for the first few cycles.
Batteries do not last forever and will eventually hold less and less charge or will take
longer to come to full charge. The battery should be replaced once either of these
conditions becomes unacceptable.
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8 RS-232 OUTPUT
The PT270 Series of scales can be ordered with an option Bi Directional RS-232 output.
8.1 Specifications:
RS-232 output of weighing data
ASCII code
Baud rate from 600bps to 9600bps
7/8 data bits
Parity setable
8.2 Connector
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10 PARAMETERS
10.1 Parameter Setting
The parameters establish how the scale operates and allows a considerable
degree of user choice. The Parameters can be set from a secure menu.
To enter the parameter menus press the PRINT key during the initial counting of
the display after power turned on. The Weight Display will show Pn requesting the
password.
Press M+, G/N, and TARE to enter the Parameters page, the display will show
P0CHK.
The Parameter menu has 7 function categories. Use the TARE key to step down
the major categories, the ZERO key to enter each category and the G/N key to exit
out from each category. The G/N key is also used to exit back to weighing mode.
Within each category use the TARE, ZERO, M+, and MR keys to select and
change parameters. Once set use the ZERO key to save the setting and the G/N
key to step back.
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ZERO 000.00 Press ZERO key to accept the new zero point.
P2 COM MODE This setting is used to set the RS-232 communication
mode. Options are:
CONT Continuously send out the data
ST1 Send one frame of data once the scale is stable
STC Send data continuously when stable
PR1 One frame of data when the PRINT key is pressed
(printer mode). There is no accumulation.
PR2 One frame of data is sent and accumulated when
the M+ key is pressed.
AUTO: Auto accumulate and autoprint. Once the weight
is stable and then returns to zero, the scale will
accumulate the value and automatically send one frame
of data.
ASK: Bi-directional RS-232. This mode allows a PC to
request the data. Commands:
R: Read the current weight data.
T: Tare the scale
Z: Zero the scale
WIREL: Wireless mode used to receive data from the
wireless module 2.
KIT1: Wireless mode used to send data to wireless
module 1.
BAUD This option is used to set the baud rate. Options are
600/1200/2400/4800/9600 bps. Note: if wireless modules
are used the baud rate must be set to 1200bps
PR This option is used to set the data bits parity and stop bit.
Options are 7E1/7O1/8N1.
PTYPE This option sets the printer type for an external printer.
Options are:
TPUP: Normal serial printer with a character set
LP-50: Thermal label printer
LAB Used to set the print format. Enter the required column
number from the Print Out Format Table
PRT Used to set the print format. Enter the required row
number from the Print Out Format Table
LANG Sets the print out language for the LP-50 printer. Options:
ENG (English), CHN (Chinese)
P3 CAL COUNT The display will show the internal count of the scale
DECI This option is used to select the required number of
decimal places. Options: 0, 0.0, 0.00, 0.000
INC This option is used to select the required display
increment. Options: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50
CAP This option is used to set the capacity of the scale. The
display will show the current capacity. Use the M+, MR,
and TARE key to enter the new value. Press the ZERO
key to save the new value or the displayed value.
CAL This option is used to select the type of calibration.
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10.4 Print out Format Table (LP-50 type printer with built in real time clock)
Lab 0 1 2 3
Prt
0 GS:0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.222kg
TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: 0.222kg TW: 0.666kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 0.222kg
1 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg Total: 0.888kg TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 0.444kg
2 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg Total: 0.888kg TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 0.444kg
3 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07
NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg Total: 1.035kg TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 1.035kg
4 NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg Total: 1.035kg TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 1.035kg
5 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07
NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg Total: 1.035kg TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 1.035kg
6 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11
NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg Total: 1.035kg TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 1.035kg
7 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07 Date: 04/06/07
Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11 Time: 11/11/11
NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4 NO: 4
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg Total: 1.035kg TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg GW: 0.888kg
Total: 1.035kg
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Lab
0 1 2 3
Prt
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
0 TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
1 TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
2 GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
3 GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
4 TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
5 TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7
GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
6 TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7 NO.: 7
7 GS: 0.888kg NT: 0.666kg GS: 0.222kg NT: 0.666kg
TW: 0.222kg TOTAL: TW: 0.222kg
GW: 0.888kg 1.666kg GW: 0.888kg
TOTAL: 1.666kg
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11 CALIBRATION
11.1 Calibration
There are three Calibration types available. These are:
Normal Calibration (non linear): It is a single point calibration that allows the user
to set the value of the calibration weight. This calibration method is appropriate
when your scale is set to a low resolution.
Linearity Calibration: This is a three point calibration used to adjust the Linearity
of the scale. Use this method whenever your scale is first set to a high resolution
and whenever there is a need to adjust linearity in service.
External Calibration: This is a single point calibration method. Use this method
when your scale is set to high resolution and is used to trim the linearity at just one
point.
Care should be taken to use the most appropriate for your scale set up and the type of
calibration required.
11.2 Normal Calibration
Enter the parameter menus as in Section 10. To enter the parameter menus turn the
scale OFF and then restart with the ON key. Press the PRINT key during the initial self
checking of the display. The Weight Display will show "Pn" requesting the password
number to be entered. Press M+, G/N, and TARE to enter the Parameters page, the
display will show P0 CHK.
The display will show pass if the calibration was successful. The scale will show an Error
code if the calibration is unsuccessful. In this case check for disturbing influences and
repeat the calibration.
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move to the digit you wish to value of the intended calibration weight.
change. Use the TARE key The calibration is more accurate if the
to change the digits calibration weight is at least 50% of
maximum.
Press the ZERO key LOAD Place the required weight on the platter
and allow to stabilise.
Press the ZERO key PASS Scale performs the calibration and shows
the result then restarts.
The display will show pass if the calibration was successful. The scale will show an Error
code if the calibration is unsuccessful. In this case check for disturbing influences and
repeat the calibration.
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12 ERROR CODES
During the initial power-on testing or during operation it is possible the scale may show an
error message. The meaning of the error messages is described below.
If an error message is shown repeat the procedure that caused the message, turning the
balance on, calibration or other functions. If the error message is still shown then contact
your dealer for further support.
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