®

Counterpart
Counting Scale Indicator
Version 2.3

User Manual

118677 Rev C
 Contents

1.0 Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 Standard Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Capacities and Resolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Modes of Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3.1 Description of Modes of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 Keypad Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 Tare Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.6 Annunciator Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.7 Softkey Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.8 How to Use AlphaNumeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.9 Indicator Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.0 Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Scale Base Assembly (if purchasing the scale base separate from indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2.1 Locking and Unlocking - S-XL Scale Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2.2 Locking and Unlocking - S-YC Scale Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2.3 Leveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3 Enclosure Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Cable Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.5 Making Power Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.6 Load Cell Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.6.1 Dual Channel Units (S-XD Base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.6.2 Dual Channel – Remote Scale Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.7 Wire Specifics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.8 Cable Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.8.1 Serial Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.8.2 Digital I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.8.3 Network Connection to Counterpart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.9 Enclosure Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.10 CPU Board Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.11 CPU Board Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.12 Field Installation of Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.13 Installing Option Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.13.1 USB Option Card Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.14 Bracket Assembly Connecting Indicator to Scale Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.15 Indicator Replacement Parts and Assembly Drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.0 Configuration ................................................................................................................................ 22
3.1 Front Panel Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.2 Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.3 Revolution Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.4 ID Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.5 Audit Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.6 Calibration Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.7 Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.7.1 Scale Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.7.2 Feature Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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Version 2.3, July 08, 2014

Contents i
 3.7.3 Serial Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.7.4 Ethernet Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.7.5 Print Format Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.7.6 Scale Setpoints Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.7.7 DIG I/O Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
3.7.8 Version Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.8 Test Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.9 Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3.10 Setpoints – Weigh Mode Parameter Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.0 Calibration .................................................................................................................................... 55
4.1 Front Panel Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4.2 Five-point Linearization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.3 Rezero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.4 EDP Command Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.5 Revolution® Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4.6 More About Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
4.6.1 Adjusting Final Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
5.0 Scale Operations........................................................................................................................... 59
5.1 Weight Unit Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.2 Entering Tare Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.2.1 One-Touch Tare, Tare Unknown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.2.2 Digital Tare, Tare Weight Known . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.3 Toggling Between Gross and Net. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
5.4 Entering Unit Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
5.4.1 Unit Weight Operation by Sampling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5.4.2 Unit Weight Operation by Key Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5.5 IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.5.1 Setting an ID Using the Normal Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.5.2 Using a Stored ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.5.3 Using ID/Codes that are not Stored . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.5.4 Clearing ID Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
5.5.5 Adding an ID From Count Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
5.5.6 Adding an ID Through Revolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
5.6 WeighVault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
5.6.1 Demo Setup of Counterpart and WeighVault. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
5.6.2 Using WeighVault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
5.7 Totalization Counts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
5.8 Parts Reduction Counts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5.9 Accumulate Feature For Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5.9.1 Printing the Accumulated Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5.9.2 Clearing the Accumulated Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5.9.3 IN/OUT Softkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5.10 Batch Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
5.11 Connecting a Barcode Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
5.12 USB Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
6.0 Serial Commands ......................................................................................................................... 72
6.1 The Serial Command Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
6.1.1 Key Press Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
6.1.2 ID Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
6.1.3 Reporting Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
6.1.4 Clear and Reset Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
6.1.5 Parameter Setting Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
6.1.6 Normal Mode Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
6.1.7 Unique Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

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7.0 Print Formatting ............................................................................................................................ 79
7.1 Print Formatting Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
7.2 Customizing Print Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.2.1 Using the EDP Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.2.2 Using the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.2.3 Using Revolution® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
7.2.4 Print Label Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
8.0 WLAN Installation Instructions ..................................................................................................... 88
8.1 Enclosure Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
8.2 WLAN Card Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
9.0 Appendix ....................................................................................................................................... 89
9.1 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
9.2 Using the XE and XEH EDP Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
9.2.1 Using the P EDP Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
9.3 Continuous Output (Stream) Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
9.4 Demand Output Serial Data Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
9.5 Custom Stream Formatting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
9.6 Digital Filtering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
9.6.1 DIGFLx Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
9.6.2 DFSENS and DFTHRH Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
9.6.3 Setting the Digital Filter Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
9.6.4 Audit Trail Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
9.7 USB Keyboard Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
9.8 Serial Scale Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
9.9 Regulatory Mode Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
9.10 Regulatory Mode and Legal-for-Trade (LFT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
9.10.1 Legal for Trade and Normal Weight Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
9.10.2 Legal for Trade and Totalization Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
9.11 Updating Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
9.12 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
9.13 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

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iv Counterpart Counting Scale Indicator
About This Manual
This manual is for trained and qualified installers of counting scales and represents the correct, safe and
recommended methods for setting up and using the Counterpart®.

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1.0 Introduction
The Counterpart offers practical solutions for a full range of precision counting applications. A bright LCD display
enables operators to easily view quantities, alphanumeric text messaging displays, part numbers to verify
descriptions, and correct part called from memory. One hundred and fifty item memory and two RS-232 ports and
Ethernet enable the Counterpart to provide real-time data collection and position it for the future growth of your
business. Multiple scales can be connected to the Counterpart, as well as an RS-232 bar code scanner and external
printer. When portability is required, choose the battery operation option of the Counterpart with up to 24 hours of
continuous use for mobile workstations, outdoor applications, and rental fleets. It’s built to withstand transport
from one area of the plant to another or from one business to the next. Simply connect a printer via RS-232 for
labeling, ticketing, or receipt tasks.

1.1 Standard Features

Counterpart offers a variety of standard features:
• AC operated (battery operation is optional)
• Lb, kg, g, oz weight display conversion
• Single- or dual-channel models with serial scale
• Two RS-232 ports for peripheral connections (with one port also supporting 20 mA transmit)
• On board Ethernet capability
• Scanner input (using RS-232 port)
• Revolution software utility for setup
• 150 item memory

1.2 Capacities and Resolutions

Table 1-1 lists the scale capacities and resolutions for all part numbered models of the Counterpart.
Counting scales specify two types of resolution:
• Weight (or external) resolution
• Counting (or internal) resolution
Weight resolution is displayed in divisions of the full scale capacity, which is divided into weight increments. For
example, a 5 lb scale divided into 10,000 display divisions would display weight with 0.0005 lb divisions (10,000
divisions x 0.0005 lb = 5.0 lb).
Counting resolution is based on the internal resolution of the scale. The default weight and counting resolutions for
the Counterpart capacities are shown below.
Platform Capacity Weighing Resolution Counting Resolution Platform Dimensions
5.0 lb (2 kg) 0.0005 lb (0.0002 kg) 0.000005 9 in. x 12 in.
10 lb (5 kg) 0.001 lb (0.0005 kg) 0.00001 11 in. x 16 in.
25 lb (10 kg) 0.002 lb (0.001 kg) 0.00002
50 lb (20 kg) 0.005 lb (0.002 kg) 0.00005
100 lb (50 kg) 0.01 lb (0.005 kg) 0.0001
Table 1-1. Counterpart Capacities

1.3 Modes of Operation

1.3.1 Description of Modes of Operation
• Count Mode – where all the basic weighing and counting operations are performed.
• Setup Mode – where item data can be programmed into the memory of the scale.

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1.4 Keypad Functions
Key Function
Turns the Counterpart unit on/off.

If the PC1 jumper is set to SW, the POWER button must be used to turn the unit on and off.
Note If the PC jumper is set to ON, the unit will automatically power on when it’s plugged in and
POWER the only way to turn it off is to unplug power.
Enters Menu mode, allowing configuration if the Audit jumper is in the “ON” position. Also used as an escape
key in Menu mode.

MENU
SETUP
Sets the current gross weight to zero, provided the amount of weight to be removed or added is within the
ZERO specified zero range and the scale is not in motion. The zero band is defaulted to 1.9% of full scale, but can be
configured for up to 100% of full scale.

Note 1.9% is required for legal-for-trade applications.

Used to enter a known unit weight of a part. Up to 10 characters may be entered including zero.

UNIT
WEIGHT
Sends “on-demand” serial information out the serial port, provided the conditions for standstill are met.
PRINT

Performs one of several predetermined Tare functions dependent on the mode of operation selected in the
TARE TAREFN parameter. To view a stored tare, see Section 1.5.
Also acts as the ENTER key.

Allows the display to change between gross mode and net mode.
GROSS
NET
B/N

Used for computing the unit weight by sampling.

SAMPLE Press the SAMPLE key after placing a sample on the platform or after using the numeric keypad to enter the
Pieces sample size.
The default sample size is 10.
Switches the weight display to an alternate unit. The alternate unit is defined in the Setup Menu and could be
kg, g, lb, oz.

UNITS
TOGGLE
Clear key. Used to backspace on entries.

Alpha-Numeric Used to enter values directly. Press keys for lower and upper case alpha characters.
keypad See Figure 1-1 on page 4
Table 1-2. Keypad Functions

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 Figure 1-1. Numeric Keypad

Additional Keypad Symbols

Additional symbols can be accessed by pressing the following keys.
Key Symbol
1 <
>
-
+
*
$
/
%
"
0 *
. (period) space

Table 1-3. Additional Keypad Symbols

1.5 Tare Recall

When a stored tare is displayed, Net annunciators will be turned on. To display a stored tare,
1. Set up a softkey (see Softkey Setup in Section 1.7 on page 5).
2. Press the DISPLAY TARE softkey.
The tare value will be displayed. If there is no tare in the system, pressing the TARE key will have no effect.
The Gross/Net annunciators are not lit and a value is displayed in weight display area.

1.6 Annunciator Symbols

Annunciator Description
Zero (Center of Zero)
While in gross weight display mode, this LED indicates that the current displayed weight reading is within +/-0.25 display

0 divisions of the acquired zero, or is within the center of zero band.

When in the net weight display mode, it indicates that the current net weight reading is within +/-0.25 display divisions of the
center of net zero. A display division is the resolution of the displayed weight value, or the smallest incremental increase or
decrease that can be displayed or printed.
G/B Gross weight mode (or Brutto in OIML mode)

N Net weight display mode

Indicates the level of the battery.

Scale is at standstill or within the specified motion band. Some operations, including tare functions and printing, can only be
done when the standstill symbol is shown.

Table 1-4. Annunciator Symbols

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1.7 Softkey Setup
Softkeys offer additional ways to access features associated with the Counterpart. To access the softkey setup
parameter, go to Menu/Setup/Config/Feature/Softkeys.
Select information for each softkey and press TARE (Enter) key after each entry and then press SaveExit softkey. To
exit back out of the unit, press the MENU SETUP key twice without saving changes.
Softkeys set for either Display Tare or Display Accum will automatically time out and revert to the normal
Note active display after 10 seconds.

1.8 How to Use AlphaNumeric Keypad

Counterpart has the ability to use alpha characters along with numeric characters. Use the following steps to
change to alpha characters:
1. Select a key labeled with the value desired.
2. Push until the desired value appears, e.g. 2 abcABC.
3. Move to the next letter and push until that value appears.
4. If the next letter is the same key, push the right arrow (PRINT) to move over to the next selection.
5. When complete, push TARE(Enter) to save.

1.9 Indicator Operations

Basic Counterpart operations are summarized below.
Toggle Gross/Net
Press the GROSS/NET key to switch the display mode from gross to net or from net to gross. If a tare value has been
entered or acquired, the net value is the gross weight minus the tare. If no tare has been entered or acquired, the
display remains in gross mode.
Gross mode and net mode is indicated by the annunciator on the display.
Toggle Units
Press the UNITS TOGGLE key to switch between primary, secondary, and tertiary units.
Zero Scale
1. While in gross mode, remove all weight from the scale and wait for the standstill annunciator ( ).
2. Press the ZERO key. The zero annunicator is displayed to indicate the scale is zeroed.
Acquire Tare
1. Place a container on the scale and wait for the standstill annunicator ( ).
2. Press the TARE key to acquire the tare weight of the container.
3. The Net annunciator will be enabled.
Remove Stored Tare Value
1. Remove all weight from the scale and wait for the standstill annunciator ( ).
2. Press the TARE key. The display shifts to gross weight and the Gross annunciator is displayed.
Keyed Tare
1. Key in the value of the container.
2. Press the TARE key.
3. The Net annunciator is displayed.
Print
Press the PRINT key to print either the Gross, Net, Total or Count format.
The default format is a 2.25 x 4.5 inch label.
1. Wait for standstill annunciator ( ).
2. Press PRINT key to send data to the serial port.
If the standstill annunciator is not present, the PRINT key command is executed if the scale comes out of motion
within three seconds.

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Set Date and Time
1. If the softkey is enabled, push the softkey. The current value is displayed.
2. To change, use the Up/Down arrows to highlight the value to change.
3. Press the TARE key to save and exit.
Set Serial Scale (Scale 3)
1. Select Port 1 — Indust Scale.
2. Match the baud rates. Upon doing this it automatically becomes Scale 3.
Setting up a Softkey
To set up a softkey, use the following steps:
1. Press the MENU SETUP key.
MENU
SETUP

2. Navigate through the menu setup to Setup using the key.

3. Press to navigate to CONFIG.
4. Press to navigate to SCALES.
5. Press to navigate to FEATURE.
6. Press to navigate to COUNT.
7. Using scroll through until you get to SOFTKEYS.
8. Scroll down. Then using scroll through menu selections SK1 through SK12.
9. Press to assign a softkey to that position.
10. Select a choice that you wish to be displayed.
11. Press once the function is selected.
12. Press Save/Exit softkey.

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2.0 Installation
Counterpart is available in different configurations from just the indicator display to the display and counting scale
combined together as a unit. This section contains instructions on unpacking and assembly, leveling, making power
connections, load cell wiring, wiring standard serial port, optional network communications, wiring optional digital
outputs, optional backup battery operation, and power-up sequence. Assembly drawings and replacement parts lists
are also included.
Do not pick up the counting scale by the “spider” assembly, which supports the platter. Lifting by the
Important spider may damage the load cell. Lift the scale from under the base to move it.

2.1 Unpacking
The Counterpart comes with the following components and comes pre-assembled from the factory.
Counterpart Indicator Display
• AC adapter
• This manual
• Indicator head
Scale Base
• Scale base
• Weighing platform
• Bracket assembly
If purchasing a different scale base, a separate plastic bag with wiring components comes with the scale base
Note but is not needed and can be set aside.
Store the packing material and box in a safe, easily accessible place. Should you ever need to transport the
Note scale across any substantial distance, using the original packing material is the first step in protecting your
investment.
Immediately after unpacking the scale, visually inspect the Counterpart to ensure all components are included and
undamaged. If any parts were damaged in shipment, notify Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper
immediately.

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2.2 Scale Base Assembly (if purchasing the scale base separate from indicator)
Do not turn the scale upside down. Always work with the scale on its side. Damage to the load cell can
Important occur if the scale is turned upside down.
Set up the scale on a stable, level surface.

2.2.1 Locking and Unlocking - S-XL Scale Base

The Counterpart S-XL scale base is delivered in a locked position to prevent damage to the load cells during
shipment. The scale base uses either one setscrew for the single-platform scale or two setscrews for the dual-
platform scale. The setscrews are located on the bottom of the base and must be removed before the scale is put
into service. Use the following procedure to unlock the scale base.
1. Turn the scale on its side.
Single platform load
cell setscrews

Dual platform load cell

setscrews

Figure 2-1. Location of Load Cell Setscrews for Single and Dual-Platform Scales (DIGI S-XL Scale Base shown)

2. Remove the load cell setscrew using a hex wrench for the dual platform setscrews or a Phillips head
screwdriver for the single platform scale.
3. Tape the setscrews to the bottom of the scale or store in a safe place for possible future use.
2.2.2 Locking and Unlocking - S-YC Scale Base
The Counterpart S-YCL scale base is delivered in a locked position to prevent damage to the load cells during
shipment. The scale base uses two setscrews. The setscrews are located on the bottom of the base and must be
removed before the scale is put into service. Use the following procedure to unlock the scale base for the S-YC
Model.
1. Turn the scale on its side.
Setscrew location

Figure 2-2. Location of Load Cell Setscrew for the DIGI S-YC Scale Base

2. Remove the load cell setscrews using a hex wrench which is included.
3. Tape the setscrews to the bottom of the scale or store in a safe place for possible future use.

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2.2.3 Leveling
Select a location for the Counterpart that is reasonably level and free of vibrations and air currents. Adjust the four
corner feet on the scale base and refer to the bubble level on the inside frame. The base should not rock and the feet
should have solid contact with the surface.

Note Ensure the nut on each foot’s bolt is secured flush against the scale base.

To ensure greater scale stability, turn in all four adjustable legs before leveling. Turn out adjustable legs to level as
needed.

Figure 2-3. Adjust the Scale Base Feet

2.3 Enclosure Disassembly

The Counterpart indicator enclosure must be opened to connect cables for load cells, communications, and digital
inputs/outputs.
Before opening the unit, ensure the unit is turned off and the power cord is disconnected from the power
WARNING outlet. The power outlet must be located near the indicator to allow the operator to easily disconnect
power to the unit.
Ensure power to the indicator is disconnected, then place the indicator on an anti static mat. Remove the four
screws holding the top plate to the enclosure body and set them aside. Gently lift the top plate away from the
enclosure and disconnect any cables and set it aside.

2.4 Cable Assembly Instructions

The indicator comes with five removable openings for running cabling through. The user can open as many as
needed and can easily remove them by using needle-nose pliers as shown in Figure 2-4.

Choose which
openings to use.

Figure 2-4. Removable Openings

Use the following steps to open and install cable assemblies.

1. Open the cover assembly by removing the four screws (only one shown in Figure 2-5).
2. Run the appropriate cable(s) through the desired opening(s).
3. Thread the plastic split bushing (found in the parts kits contents) onto the cable with the smallest diameter
facing towards the enclosure and the split opening facing downwards.
4. Replace the cover assembly and tighten using the four screws.

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 5. Push the plastic bushing all the way into the enclosure to make a tight seal in the hole.

Remove four
screws (only one
shown).

Push bushing all the way

to enclosure to seal.

Figure 2-5. Use Plastic Bushings

Bushings are not a “cord grip.” Bushings allow for free movement of cable while protecting them from the
Note enclosure sides.

2.5 Making Power Connections

The power source used for the Counterpart must be properly grounded to an acceptable earth ground and the outlet
must be a grounded outlet. If the scale is remotely mounted, the platform must be separately grounded from the
chassis ground screw located on the bottom of the platform. Connect this screw with 18 gauge wire to the same
earth ground system as the AC power source. Failure to ground the base may cause static buildup that could cause
damage to the electronics and/or give incorrect weight readings.
The AC adapter plugs in and turns to lock to the unit. Figure 2-6 shows the AC power location.

AC power location

Figure 2-6. AC Power Location

2.6 Load Cell Wiring

On all complete units, the load cell has been wired to the CPU load cell terminal at the factory. Wire the cable to the
CPU board’s J1and J2 connector as shown in Table 2-1.

Note If using a 4-wire connection, set J1 and J2 to ON. If using a 6-wire connection, set J1 and J2 to OFF.

J1 & J2 Function
1 + Signal
2 - Signal
3 + Sense
4 - Sense
5 + Excitation
6 - Excitation

Table 2-1. J1 and J2 Pin Assignments

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2.6.1 Dual Channel Units (S-XD Base)
For units that have dual channels, connect cable from the 14 pin connector to J1 and J2. If not using a dual base,
remove the J2 connector as shown in Figure 2-8. Trim back the wires and tape.
Shown connectors shipped
from the factory.
Remove connector off of J2
and tie off two wires.

Figure 2-7. J2 Connector Location

2.6.2 Dual Channel – Remote Scale Setup

For units that have dual channels and want to set up a scale remotely, use the following steps:
1. Remove the connector from the parts bag (included).
2. Wire per the load cell wiring code.
3. Plug into the J2 connector on the CPU board (example shown in Figure 2-7).
4. Set up the soft key - Scale Select (see Section 3.7 on page 27).

J1 connector

Figure 2-8. Remove J2 Connector if Using Single Base Scale or Only Single Base on a Dual Base

2.7 Wire Specifics

Wires connecting to J1, J2, J3, or J4 should adhere to the following specifications:
Wire Range Wire Strip Length
28~12 AWG stranded or solid wire 5~6 mm (3/16" ~ 1/4")
Table 2-2. Wire Specifications for Connectors

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2.8 Cable Grounding
Except for the power cord, all cables should be grounded against the scale enclosure. Do the following to ground
shielded cables.
• Use the lockwashers, clamps, and kep nuts provided in the parts kit to install grounding clamps on the
enclosure studs. Install grounding clamps that will be used; do not tighten nuts.
• Route cables and grounding clamps to determine cable lengths required to reach cable connectors. Mark
cables to remove insulation and shield as described below.
• For cables with foil shielding, strip insulation and foil from the cable half an inch (15 mm) past the
grounding clamp (see Figure 2-9). Fold the foil shield back on the cable where the cable passes through the
clamp. Ensure silver (conductive) side of foil is turned outward for contact with the grounding clamp.
• For cables with braided shielding, strip cable insulation and braided shield from a point just past the
grounding clamp. Strip another half inch (15 mm) of insulation only to expose the braid where the cable
passes through the clamp (see Figure 2-9).
• Finish installation using cable mounts and ties to secure cables inside of indicator enclosure.
NOTE: Install lockwashers
first, against enclosure,
Cord grip under grounding clamp

Cut insulation here

for braided cables
Insulated cable Braid

Foil(silver side out) Grounding clamp

Shield wire (cut) Cut insulation here

for foil-shielded cables

Length of foil before folding

back on cable insulation

Figure 2-9. Grounding Clamp Attachment for Foil-Shielded and Braided Cabling

2.8.1 Serial Communications

Wire the serial communications cables to J4, which is Port 2 (5-wire RS-232 port). J5 is Port 1 (RS-232 and 20
mA). Connect communications cables to J5 and J4 as shown in Table 2-3.
Use cable ties to secure serial cables to the inside of the enclosure.
Port 1 supports full duplex RS-232 communications only; Port 2 provides either active 20 mA output or duplex
RS-232 transmission. Both ports are configured using the SERIAL menu. See Section 3.7.3 on page 42.
Connector Pin Signal Port
J4 1 +20 mA 2
2 Ground or
-20 mA
3 Tx
4 Rx
5 CTS
6 RTS
J5 1 Ground 1
2 Ground
3 Tx
4 Rx
5 DTR
6 RTS
Table 2-3. J4 and J5 Pin Assignments

Note An additional port (Port 3) is available if needed through the installation of an option card at J14.

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2.8.2 Digital I/O
The Digital I/O can be configured as either digital inputs or digital outputs as determined by the Digital I/O menu
(see Section 3.7.3 on page 42). The inputs are active (on) with low voltage (0 VDC) and can be driven by TTL or
5V logic without additional hardware. Use the Digital I/O menu (see Section 3.7.3 on page 42) to configure the
digital inputs. LEDs on the CPU board light when digital inputs are active (see Figure 2-10).
Digital outputs are typically used to control relays that drive other equipment. Outputs are designed to sink not
source, switching current. Each output is a CMOS circuit, capable of sinking 24 mA when active. Digital outputs
are wired to switch relays when the digital output is active (low, 0 VDC) with reference to 5 VDC supply. LEDs on
the CPU board light up when the digital outputs are active (see Figure 2-10).
Connector Pin Signal
J3 1 +5V
2 Ground
3 DIG I/O 1
4 DIG I/0 2
5 DIG I/O 3
6 DIG I/O 4
Table 2-4. J3 Pin Assignments (Digital I/O)

2.8.3 Network Connection to Counterpart

Counterpart has an onboard Ethernet connection. Its wireless connectivity is made possible with the optional
Lantronix®1 WiPort wireless networking device (PN 108671). Refer to the WLAN installation instructions (PN
108680) included with the option card for installation and configuration instructions.
ON

PC1
SW
Port 3 LED
+3.3v +5
C3 R WD1 P
PWR U G
N M

Port 3 LED

Ethernet LED Light

LED LED

JP1 JP2 JP3 JP4 JP5 JP6

RST ISP

Port 1 & 2 LED lights

Figure 2-10. LED Light Locations

1. Lantronix® is a registered trademark of Lantronix Inc.

Note The Ethernet LED light is on when connected at 100 mb/s and is off when connected at 10 mb/s.

2.9 Enclosure Reassembly

Once the cabling is complete, position the top plate over the enclosure and reinstall the four screws.

2.10 CPU Board Removal

If you must remove the Counterpart CPU board, use the following procedure:
1. Disconnect power to the scale.
2. Disconnect power supply cable from connector J12 on the Counterpart CPU board.
3. Disconnect the wires at the following connectors: J1, J2, J3, J4 and J5 and J13 if equipped.
4. Remove the six screws connecting the CPU board and then lift the board out of the enclosure.
To replace the CPU board, reverse the above procedure. Be sure to reinstall cable ties to secure all cables inside the
indicator enclosure.

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2.11 CPU Board Battery Replacement
Risk of explosion exists if battery is replaced with incorrect type. Dispose of batteries according to
CAUTION manufacturer instructions.

The lithium battery on the CPU board maintains the real-time clock and protects data stored in the system RAM
when the indicator is not connected to AC power. Data protected by this battery includes time and date, IDs,
buffered WeighVault transaction data and setpoint value data. If any data is lost, the indicator configuration can be
restored from the PC. Watch for the low battery warning on the LCD display and periodically check the battery
voltage on the CPU board. Batteries should be replaced when the indicator low battery warning comes on, or when
battery voltage falls to 2.2 VDC. Life expectancy of the battery is 7 years. Use Revolution to store a copy of the
configuration before attempting to replace the battery.
For best results, replace the battery while in weigh mode and with AC power applied. Use care not to bend the
battery retaining spring. The battery location on the CPU board is shown in Figure 2-13 on page 15 as B1.

2.12 Field Installation of Battery

An optional DC battery pack (PN124692) for Counterpart is available and can be purchased from Rice Lake
Weighing Systems to ship with the scale or retrofit in the field. The rechargeable 12V battery pack allows for more
than 24 hours of continuous use without an AC power supply.

Figure 2-11. Battery Pack CPU Board

The battery pack can be installed next to the CPU board of Counterpart. Use the following procedure to install or
replace the battery pack.
1. Disconnect power from scale prior to opening.
2. If indicator is connected to scale base, disassemble and set scale base aside.
3. Place the indicator on an anti-static mat.
4. Remove the four screws holding the top plate to the enclosure body and set them aside.
5. Gently lift the top plate away from the enclosure and disconnect any cables and set it aside.
6. Using the supplied nuts, secure battery pack to enclosure using a 5/16" nut driver.

Unplug existing power off Run cable from battery pack

the CPU board and plug in to J12 on main CPU board.
battery plug J1 on battery
CPU.
Screw bracket into enclosure
(only one side shown).

Figure 2-12. Secure Battery Pack into Enclosure

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 7. Run cable over to power plug J12 on the Counterpart CPU board.

Figure 2-13. Connect Power Plug onto J12 on CPU Board

8. Unplug existing power off the CPU board and plug in battery plug J1 on battery CPU.
9. AC plugs into the back of the unit.
Red and green LEDs located on the battery CPU board tell the user whether the battery is fully charged or not.

2.13 Installing Option Cards

Disconnect power cord before installing option cards.
Ethernet port is not suitable for connection to circuits used outside the building and is subject to lightning or
Note power faults.

Each option card is shipped with installation instructions specific to that card. For specific instructions on the
WLAN card, refer to Section 8.0 on page 88. 
The general procedure for all option cards is:
1. Disconnect power cord from the scale.
2. Install the plastic standoffs in the standoff holes.
3. Carefully align the option card connector with the J14 connector on the CPU board.
4. Press down firmly to seat the option card in the CPU board connector.
5. Make connections to the option card as required. Use cable ties to secure loose cables inside the enclosure.

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 When installation is complete, reassemble the enclosure as described in Section 2.9 on page 13
ON SW

PC1
+3.3v +5
C3 R WD1 P
PWR U G
N M

Port 3 LED

Power Supply

Display
Backlight

LED LED

JP1 JP2 JP3 JP4 JP5 JP6

RST ISP

RS-232 Ethernet
Connectors Connector
Figure 2-14. CPU Board

Jumper Description
JP1/JP2 Jump excitation to sense. If using a 4-wire load cell cable (JP3 and JP4 for scale
JP3/JP4 number 2), leave JP1 and JP2 on. If using a 6-wire load cell cable, take JP1 and
JP2 off. Default is ON.
JP5/JP6 Used when upgrading firmware. The jumpers should be on when upgrading
firmware and off when the update is complete.
PC 1 Power control. If the jumper is set to SW, the POWER key can be used to turn the
unit on/off. If set to ON, the unit will power on when plugged in and can only be
powered off by unplugging.
JMP2 Set display backlight setting jumper to the OFF position which turns off the
backlight.
AUDIT If set to Audit ON, calibration and configuration can be accessed through the front
JMP1 keypad. If set to Audit OFF, calibration and configuration can only be accessed by
removing the screws from the unit and placing the jumper in the ON position.
PWR +3.3V/5V Factory use only — leave in 3.3V position.
Table 2-5. Jumper Descriptions

If the RESET button on the CPU board is pressed, the scale will perform a reboot.
Note
Jumper WD1 is located next to B1 battery on the CPU board. Put the jumper to PGM for programming mode
only and move the jumper to RUN position for normal operation.
For backlit display to function properly, jumper JMP2 should be set to PWM and jumper PWR should be set to
3.3V.

2.13.1 USB Option Card Installation

Use the following steps to install the USB option card:
1. Disconnect power cord from the scale.
2. Install the plastic standoffs in the standoff holes.
3. Carefully align the option card connector with the J14 connector on the CPU board (as shown in Figure 2-
13 on page 15).

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 4. Press down firmly to seat the option card in the CPU board connector.

D1 LED
D6 LED

D5 LED

Figure 2-15. Installing the USB Option Card

5. Several signal LEDs are located on the USB option board as shown in Figure 2-15.
• D5 — When flashing, it indicates that a keyboard is connected and has been detected.
• D6 — Is lit continuously when the option board is waiting for a keyboard to be connected. It is off
when a keyboard is connected.
• D1 — Indicates that there is communication with the main CPU board. It should flicker for each
keypress on the attached keyboard.

Note USB option is for USB keyboard only.

2.14 Bracket Assembly Connecting Indicator to Scale Base

The Counterpart scale comes with an easy bracket assembly that conveniently hooks the indicator head to the scale
base. There are two bracket assemblies that can be used to attach the indicator to the scale base depending on which
scale base is being used.
• DIGI S-XL base bracket assembly kit number 121459
• DIGI S-YC base bracket assembly kit number 154700
The associated assembly is found in the scale base box and is shown below.

Figure 2-16. Bracket Assembly Kit for the Counterpart Scale Base

Use the following steps to attach the indicator to the scale base.
Do not turn the scale upside down. Always work with the scale on its side. Damage to the load cell can
CAUTION occur if the scale is turned upside down.

Installation 17
 1. Stand scale base on its side to attach the bracket to the scale using the screws provided in the bracket kit.
2. Ensure that the cable underneath the scale base is threaded through the opening between the scale and the
bracket, otherwise it will not fit.(shown in Figures 2-18 and 2-19).

Ensure the cable from the

Note underside of the scale is run
between bracket and scale
prior to attaching bracket.

Figure 2-17. Attach Bracket Assembly to Scale Base While Scale Is Tipped on its Side (DIGI S-XL Base Shown).

m,

The DIGI S-YC scale base comes with

notched holes in the bracket assembly.
While plugging in the AC adapter, slide
the bracket assembly forward to allow
more room to work. Once the AC adapter
is connected, slide the bracket assembly
back and finish tightening the screws.

Figure 2-18. Attach Bracket Assembly to DIGI S-YC Scale Base

3. Set scale base down on a flat surface positioning the bracket assembly at the edge of a table.
4. Attach the indicator to the bracket using the second set of screws provided and screw white threaded
standoffs into indicator base as in Figure 2-19 if using the S-YC scale base and then screw feet into the
bottom of the standoffs.

Figure 2-19. Indicator Attached to the Scale Base (DIGI S-YC Scale Base Shown)

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2.15 Indicator Replacement Parts and Assembly Drawings

Ref Number Part Number Description (Quantity)

1 118434 Overlay, membrane switch panel (1)
2 118435 Counterpart cover enclosure (1)
3 120756 Seal strip, nylon brush w/ holes (1)
4
5 119275 LCD display module (1)
6
7 120484 CPU mounting bracket (1)
8 14621 Kep nut, 6-32NC hex (6)
9 120741 CPU board (1) single AD
117507 CPU board (1) dual AD
10 14822 Machine screw, 4-4 ONC x 1/4 (6)
11 118437 Enclosure base (1)
12 19433 Rubber foot (4)
13 60130 Ribbon cable (1)
14 75146 Coverplate (1)
15 120266 Machine screw, 6-32NC x 3/8 (4)
16 69291 Lithium battery, 3V (1)
17 59274 #6 flat washer (1)
18 56972 Flat cable clamp (2)
128063 Power supply assembly (1)
Figure 2-20. Counterpart Indicator Replacement Parts

Figure 2-21. Counterpart Front View

Installation 19
 Figure 2-22. Counterpart Assembly and Components

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 Figure 2-23. Counterpart Dimensions

Figure 2-24. Counterpart Rear and Side Dimensions

Installation 21
3.0 Configuration
The Counterpart scale can be configured using a series of menus accessed through the scale front panel when the
scale is in setup mode. Figure 3-1 and Table 3-1 on page 22 summarizes the functions of each of the top level
menus.

Note To navigate through the menus, use the front panel keys and shown in Figure 3-2 on page 22.

3.1 Front Panel Configuration

To set up and configure the Counterpart counting scale, select the MENU key on the front panel. The default for the
indicator is set at the factory with the audit trail jumper (JMP1) in the ON position, allowing configuration access
by pressing the MENU key. Pressing the MENU key will take you to the Audit menu selection. Use the SAMPLE ( )
and PRINT ( ) navigation keys to move to other menu selections. Use the NET/GROSS ( ) and ZERO ( )
navigation keys to enter and exit menu selections.

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

See See See See See See See

Figure 3-4 Figure 3-5 Figure 3-6 Figure 3-4 Figure 3-4 Figure 3-4 Figure 3-4

Figure 3-1. Menu Mode Navigation Structure

Menu Function
ID ID Allows you to setup or edit IDs.
AUDIT Audit Trail Displays the legally relevant (LR) firmware version, configuration count, and calibration
count.
CALIBR Calibrate Calibrates the scale.
SETUP Setup Accesses setup options for the scale, features, serial output, print format, digital inputs
and outputs, and displays the version number.
TEST Test Performs a basic test on the A/D, digital inputs and outputs, communication ports, RAM,
and keypad.
DISPLAY Display Accesses the setup option for contrast, image, brightness.
SETPTS Setpoints Used for setting up weighmode setpoint accessible parameters using numeric values.
Table 3-1. Menu Summary

3.2 Menu Navigation

Once you have entered the menus, you can use the front panel buttons to navigate. Note the looped menu structure
shown in Figure 3-1. This provides a shortcut for accessing the right-most menu items by navigating to the left, and
vice versa for the opposite side of the menu. This shortcut also holds true for sub-menu navigation.
ZERO GROSS TARE SAMPLE PRINT
NET Pieces
B/N
Move UP/ Move Enter Key Move Enter UNIT MENU UNITS
Increment DOWN/ LEFT/ MORE/ WEIGHT SETUP TOGGLE
value Increment previous Move
value forward
Figure 3-2. Front Panel Key Functions in Menu Mode
Various keys are used as directional keys to navigate through the menus. The SAMPLE ( ) and PRINT ( ) keys
scroll left and right (horizontally) on the same menu level; ZERO ( ) and GROSS/NET ( ) move up and down
(vertically) to different menu levels. Each of these keys has a directional symbol indicating its menu navigation
function. The TARE (ENTER) key has the same function as GROSS/NET ( ) when navigating the menu — either will
move down to access subcategories of a main menu item. The SAMPLE ( ) and PRINT ( ) keys navigate to another
digit. The numeric keys can also be used to insert a digit to the right of the blinking digit. Press TARE (ENTER) to
accept the data and return to the next menu item.

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 Note To exit Configuration and return to weighing, press the MENU key or press the SAVEEXIT softkey.

3.3 Revolution Configuration

The Revolution configuration utility provides the preferred method for configuring the Counterpart indicator.
Revolution runs on a personal computer to set configuration parameters for the indicator. When Revolution
configuration is complete, configuration data is downloaded to the indicator.
Revolution supports both uploading and downloading of indicator configuration data. This capability allows
configuration data to be retrieved from one indicator, edited, and then downloaded to another indicator with an
identical hardware configuration.
To use Revolution, do the following:
1. Install Revolution on an IBM-compatible personal computer.
2. With both indicator and PC powered off, connect the PC serial port to the RS-232 pins on the indicator
serial port or to the optional USB communications card.
3. Power up the PC and the indicator. Use the setup switch to place the indicator in setup mode.
4. Start the Revolution program.

Figure 3-3. Revolution Display

Revolution provides on line help for each of its configuration displays. Parameter descriptions provided in this
manual for front panel configuration can also be used when configuring the indicator using Revolution — the
interface is different, but the parameters sets are the same.

Configuration 23
3.4 ID Menu
The ID menu displays parameters for registers from 1 to 150. Sub-parameters are shown below.

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

REG 1 REG 2-150

SAME AS REG 1

QUANTITY CODE DESC PART NUM

VALUE VALUE VALUE VALUE

LOT UNIT WT TARE UNITS LOCATION

VALUE VALUE VALUE LB VALUE

OZ

KG

G
OFF

Figure 3-4. ID Menu Layout

ID Menu
Parameter Choices Description
REG 1, 2 - QUANTITY Inventory quantity, range — 2000000000 to 200000000
150 CODE ID code for part, maximum 32 alphanumeric characters
DESC Part description, maximum 32 alphanumeric characters
PART NUM Part number, maximum 32 alphanumeric characters
LOT Part lot number, maximum 32 alphanumeric characters
UNIT WT Unit weight, range 0.0 to 9999999.0
TARE Tare weight, range 0.0 to 9999999.0
UNITS Weight units for both the unit weight value and the tare weight value, choices of
OFF, KG, G, LB, OZ
LOCATION Part stock location, maximum 11 alphanumeric characters
Table 3-2.

Table 3-3. ID Menu Parameters

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3.5 Audit Menu
The audit menu accesses audit trail support. It provides tracking information for configuration and calibration
events. To prevent potential misuse, all configuration and calibration changes are counted as change events. Audit
information can be printed by pressing the PRINT key while displaying the audit trail items beneath the AUDIT
menu.

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

LRV CALIB CFG

Figure 3-5. Audit Menu Layout

Audit Menu Parameters

Parameter Description
LRV Legally relavent firmware version.
CALIB Displays total calibration events.
CFG Displays total configuration events.
Table 3-4. Audit Menu Parameters

Configuration 25
3.6 Calibration Menu
See Section 4.0 on page 55 for calibration procedures. The Calibration menu can be protected by assigning a
password in the Feature menu.
The Counterpart requires the WZERO and WSPAN points to be calibrated. The linearity points are optional,
Note but must NOT duplicate zero or span. During calibration, the TARE key acts as a data entry confirmation key. It
also acts as an EXECUTE key and accepts the value if calibration was successful.

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

WZERO WVAL WSPAN WLIN REZERO

Previous A/D raw Display and edit Previous A/D raw Calibrating, please wait
counts are shown test weight value counts are shown Press enter to
Press calibrate Press calibrate remove offset from
softkey to calibrate softkey to calibrate zero and span
zero. Press menu zero. Press menu calibrations
to cancel to cancel
calibrating. calibrating.

POINT 1 POINT 2 POINT 3 POINT 4 POINT 5

WGT 1 Same as POINT 1

CAL1

Figure 3-6. Calibration Menu Layout

CALIBR Menu
Parameter Choices Description
Level 2 submenus
WZERO Press the calibrate softkey to display the AD raw counts.
Press calibrate softkey again to calibrate zero, or press MENU to cancel. “CALIBRATING” will
appear prior to automatically moving to WVAL.
WVAL Press the calibrate softkey to display and edit the test weight value. Press the calibrate softkey
again to move to WSPAN.
WSPAN Press the calibrate softkey to display the AD raw counts. Press the calibrate softkey to
calibrate the span or press MENU to cancel. “CALIBRATING” will appear prior to automatically
moving to WLIN.
WLIN POINT 1 — WGT 1 allows you to display and edit the test weight value. Press the calibrate softkey to edit
POINT 5 the value. CAL1 allows you to calibrate and display the raw AD value. Press TARE to perform
calibration. Press the calibrate softkey to move to the next calibration point.

The linearity points are optional, but must not duplicate zero or span. They
Note must be between zero and span.
REZERO Press the calibrate softkey to remove an offset value from the zero and span calibrations if
hooks or chains are being used during calibration.

Use this parameter only after WZERO and WSPAN have been set. See
Note Section 4.1 on page 55 for more information.

Table 3-5. Calibration Menu Parameters

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3.7 Setup Menu
The setup menu allows:
• Configuration of scale, features, serial port, Ethernet, print format, and digital inputs and outputs settings
• Viewing of the software and regulatory versions and reverting to default settings
.
ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

CONFIG

SCALES FEATURE SERIAL ETHERNET PFORMT SETPTS DIGIO VERS

See See See See See See See See

Figure 3-8 Figure 3-11 Figure 3-16 Figure 3-17 Figure 3-18 Figure 3-19 Figure 3-21 Figure 3-22

Figure 3-7. Setup Menu Layout

Menu Choices Menu Function

SCALES Configuration Configure and calibrate scales.
FEATURE Feature Set passwords, keyboard locks, regulatory mode, and initial consecutive number value, count
function, and define softkeys.
SERIAL PORT 1 Configures the communications ports.
PORT 2
PORT 3 (Option
Card)
ETHERNET Ethernet Configures the Ethernet port.
PFORMT Print Format Set print format used for header, gross, net, count, pallet, setpoint and total ticket formats.
See Section 6.0 on page 72 for more information.
SETPTS Setpoints Configure setpoints.
DIG IO Digital IO Assign digital input/output functions.
VERS Version Display installed software version and regulatory version numbers.
The Reset Config softkey on the Version menu can be used to restore all configuration
parameters to their default values.
Table 3-6. Setup Menu Parameters

Configuration 27
3.7.1 Scale Menu
Calibration can be performed in two places within the menu: the CALIBR menu shown in Figure 3-6 on page 26 is
an in-depth scale setup and calibration. A “quick access” calibration is shown in Figure 4-1 on page 55.

SCALE

Scale 3 sub-menu appears only when serial

SCALE1 SCALE2 SCALE3 Note port 1 is set to SCALE or IND SCALE.

FORMAT ACCUM

See Figure OFF

3-10
ON

CALIBR GRADS FORMAT ZTRKBND ZRANGE MOTBAN

See Figure 10000 See Figure 0.000000 1.900000 1

3-9 3-10
number number number number

DIGIO SSTIME DFLTR1 – 3 DFSENS DFTHRH

FS+2% 10 4 2OUT NONE

FS+1D number 8 4OUT 2D

FS+9D 16 8OUT 5D

FS 32 16OUT 10D

64 32OUT 20D

128 64OUT 50D

256 128OUT 100D

1 200D

2 250D

SMPRAT PWRUPMD TAREFN ACCUM THRESH

15HZ GO BOTH OFF 0

30HZ DELAY NOTARE ON

60HZ PBTARE

7.5HZ KEYED

Figure 3-8. Setup – Scale Menu

28 Counterpart Counting Scale Indicator

Parameter Choices Description
Scales 1 and 2 Allows configuration and calibration of each scale.
Scale 3 Allows configuration and calibration of scale 3.
Scales sub-menu
GRADS 10000 Specifies the number of full scale graduations.
1–100000 The value entered must be in the range 1–100000 and should be consistent with legal
requirements and environmental limits on system resolution.
To calculate GRADS, use the formula: GRADS = Capacity / Display Divisions.
Display divisions are specified under the FORMAT sub-menu.
FORMAT PRIMRY Select your primary, secondary, and tertiary units of measure. Sub-choices include lb, kg, oz,
SEC and g. See Format menu, Figure 3-10.
TER
ACCUM OFF Scale 3 only.
ON
ZTRKBND 0.000000 Automatically zeros the scale when within the range specified, as long as the input is within
number the ZRANGE and scale is at standstill. Specify the zero tracking band in ± display divisions.
Maximum legal value varies depending on local regulations.

For scales using linear calibration, do not set the zero tracking band to a
Note value greater than that specified for the first linearization point.
ZRANGE 1.900000 Selects the range within which the scale can be zeroed. The 1.900000 default value is ± 1.9%
number around the calibrated zero point, for a total range of 3.8%. Indicator must be at standstill to
zero the scale. Use the default value for legal-for-trade applications.
MOTBAND 1 Sets the level, in display divisions, at which scale motion is detected. If motion is not detected
number for 1 second or more, the standstill symbol lights. Some operations, including print, tare, and
zero, require the scale to be at standstill. Maximum legal value varies depending on local
regulations.
If this parameter is set to 0 the standstill annunciator does not light; operations normally
requiring standstill (zero, tare, print) are performed regardless of scale motion. If 0 is selected,
ZTRKBND must also be set to 0.
OVRLOAD FS+2% Overload. Determines the point at which the display blanks and an out-of-range error
FS+1D message is displayed. Maximum legal value varies depending on local regulations.
FS+9D
FS
SSTIME 10 Specifies the length of time the scale must be out of motion, in 0.1-second intervals, before
number the scale is considered to be at standstill. Values greater than 10 are not recommended.
DFLTR 1-3 4 Selects the digital filtering rate used to reduce the effects of mechanical vibration from the
8 immediate area of the scale. The overall filtering effect can be expressed by adding the values
16 assigned to the three filter stages:
32
DFLTR1 + DFLTR2 + DFLTR3
64
128 See Section 9.6 on page 94 for information on digital filtering.
256 Choices indicate the number of AD conversions per update that are averaged to obtain the
1 displayed reading. A higher number gives a more accurate display by minimizing the effect of
2 a few noisy readings, but slows down the settling rate of the indicator.
DFSENS 4OUT Digital filter cutout sensitivity. Specifies the number of consecutive readings that must fall
2OUT outside the filter threshold (DFTHRH parameter) before digital filtering is suspended.
8OUT
16OUT
32OUT
64OUT
128OUT
Table 3-7. Scales Menu Parameters

Configuration 29
Parameter Choices Description
DFTHRH NONE Digital filter cutout threshold. Specifies the filter threshold, in display divisions. When a
2D specified number of consecutive scale readings (DFSENS parameter) fall outside of this
5D threshold, digital filtering is suspended. If NONE is selected, the filter is always enabled.
10D
20D
50D
100D
200D
250D
SMPRAT 15 HZ Sample rate. Selects measurement rate, in samples per second, of the analog-to-digital
30 Hz converter. Lower sample rate values provide greater signal noise immunity.
60 Hz
7.5 Hz
PWRUPM GO Power up mode. In GO mode, the indicator goes into operation immediately after a brief
DELAY power up display test.
In DELAY mode, the indicator performs a power up display test and then enters a 30-second
warm-up period. If no motion is detected during the warm-up period, the indicator becomes
operational when the warm-up period ends; if motion is detected, the delay timer is reset and
the warm-up period is repeated.
TAREFN BOTH Enables or disables push-button and keyed tares. Possible values are:
NOTARE BOTH: Both push-button and keyed tares are enabled
PBTARE NOTARE: No tare allowed (gross mode only)
KEYED PBTARE: Push-button tares enabled
KEYED: Keyed tare enabled
ACCUM OFF Accumulator. Specifies whether the scale accumulator is enabled. If enabled, accumulation
ON occurs whenever a print operation is performed. Scale must return to zero to re-arm a new
print.
THRESH 0 Enter a value to be used as divisions. Zero threshold allows you to select a threshold or reset
point where automatic printing functions reset themselves to be retriggered. When a value is
entered, anything that would normally require the scale to reach zero before it happens/
rearms (except for LFT parameters) now only needs to go below this value and then above it
again.
CALIBR WZERO See Calibration Menu, Figure 3-9.
WVAL
WSPAN
WLIN
REZERO
Table 3-7. Scales Menu Parameters

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Scale Calibration Menu
Calibration can be performed in two places within the menu: the CALIBR menu shown in Figure 3-6 on page 26 is
an in-depth scale setup and calibration.
A “quick access” calibration is shown in Figure 4-1 on page 55.

CALIBR

WZERO WVAL WSPAN WLIN REZERO

Previous A/D raw Display and edit Previous A/D raw Calibrating, please wait
counts are shown test weight value counts are shown Press enter to
Press calibrate Press calibrate remove offset from
softkey to calibrate softkey to calibrate zero and span
zero. Press menu zero. Press menu calibrations
to cancel to cancel
calibrating. calibrating.

POINT 1 POINT 2 POINT 3 POINT 4 POINT 5

WGT 1 Same as POINT 1

CAL1

Figure 3-9. Scale Calibration Menu Layout

Parameter Choices Description

WZERO Allows you to view or change the zero calibration AD count value.
WVAL Allows you to view and edit the test weight value.
WSPAN Allows you to view or change the span calibration AD count value.
WLIN POINT 1-5 Press ENTER to display and edit test weight and calibration values for up to five linearization
points. Perform linear calibration only after WZERO and WSPAN have been set.
Parameters include CAL1 — View or change linear point calibration value.
WGT1 — Sets test value.
REZERO Removes offset from zero and span calibrations. Can be used during a span calibration
process using hooks and chains.
Table 3-8. Scale Calibration Menu Parameters

Configuration 31
Scale Format Menu
FORMAT

PRIMRY SEC TER

UNITS DECPNT DSPDIV KG OFF

G KG
LB 8888800 1D LB G
OZ 8888880 2D OZ LB
OFF 8888888 5D OFF OZ
KG 8.888888

G 88.88888

888.8888

8888.888

88888.88

888888.8

Figure 3-10. Scale Format Menu Layout

Scale Format Menu Parameters

Parameter Choices Description
PRIMRY UNITS Allows you to set the primary units, decimal point format, and display divisions.
DECPNT
DSPDIV
SEC KG Allows you to set the secondary units. 
G Decimal point format and display divisions are selected automatically. Values are kg =
LB kilogram (default); g = gram; lb = pound; oz = ounce; and off.
OZ
If using the <cu> token and secondary or tertiary values are changed, the
OFF Note stream tokens must be changed to match in order to stream secondary or
tertiary.
TER OFF Allows you to set the tertiary units. 
KG Decimal point format and display divisions are selected automatically. Values are off (default);
G kg = kilogram; g = gram; lb = pound; oz = ounce.
LB
If using the <cu> token and secondary or tertiary values are changed, the
OZ Note stream tokens must be changed to match in order to stream secondary or
tertiary.
Primary, Secondary, Tertiary sub-menu
UNITS LB Specifies primary units for displayed and printed weight. Values are lb = pound; oz = ounce;
OZ kg = kilogram; g = gram.
KG
G
OFF
Table 3-9. Scale Format Menu Parameters

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Scale Format Menu Parameters
Parameter Choices Description
DECPNT 8888800 Allows you to place the decimal point position. Use the ID ( ) and TARGET ( ) keys to
8888880 place the decimal point where desired.
8888888
8.888888
88.88888
888.8888
8888.888
88888.88
888888.8
DSPDIV 1D Display divisions. Selects the minimum division size for the primary unit’s displayed weight.
2D
5D
Table 3-9. Scale Format Menu Parameters

Configuration 33
3.7.2 Feature Menu

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

CONFIG

SCALES FEATURE SERIAL ETHERNET PFORMT SETPTS DIGIO VERS

COUNT TARE RND REGION UID SINGLE ID CONSC#

EXACT 1 YES CURVAL RESVAL

ROUND NO
See Figure See Figure 0 0
3-12 3-13

PASSWD SOFTKEYS KEYLOCK STNDBY RECALL

CALIBR See Figure MENU 0 0N

3-14
SETUP ZERO OFF

TEST GRS NET

T&D UNITS

ID PRINT

SPPWD TARE
NUMBER

SAMPLE
UNIT WT

DISPLAY KEYBEEP TOTAL

BRIGHT IMAGE CONTRAST OFF OFF

ON ON
VALUE NEGATIVE VALUE
POSITIVE

Figure 3-11. FEATUR Sub-menu

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Parameter Choices Description
COUNT NEGCOUNT Selects the counting mode (enables/disables negative checkweighing; turns data parameters on/
SAMPLEQTY off. See Figure 3-12.
INSFSMPL
LOTUPDT
SCLCHG
NEWITEM
XFRSampl
DISPACC
UNITWTUPDATE
UTWTBASE
DSP Mode
RemovESP
TARE RND Exact Round When transferring tare to the second scale, tare value remains the exact weight or rounds to
scale resolution.
REGION REGULA Selects regional settings. See Figure 3-13.
REGWRD
DECFMT
TIME
DATE
UID 1 Sets the unit ID, a string of up to 6 ASCII characters, which can be set via serial port or keypad.
This will be used in place of the <UID> token in a print format. The default value is 1.
SINGLE ID Yes Allows entry of ID to not be stored. Next ID clears field and establishes new data.
No
CONSC# CURVAL Allows sequential numbering for print operations.
RESVAL • CURVAL is the current/starting value
• RESVAL is the ending/reset value
The consecutive number value is incremented following each print operation that includes <CN>
in the ticket format. When the consecutive number is reset, it is reset to the RESVAL specified on
the parameter.
PASSWD CALIBR Creates a password to access the CALIBR, SETUP, TEST, T&D, and ID menus. Specify a
SETUP non-zero value to restrict access to all configuration menus. Passwords can be overridden by
TEST loading new firmware or entering 999999.
T&D Overriding passwords will clear configuration and calibration settings. To
ID Note preserve settings (such as ID information), use Revolution software to upload
your data to a PC, and then download it back to the indicator after the
password override is performed.
SOFTKEYS SK1-12 See Figure 3-14.
KEYLCK MENU Disables the MENU, ZERO, GROSS/NET, UNITS, PRINT, TARE numeric, SAMPLE and UNIT
ZERO WEIGHT keys. Select LOCK to disable the key, and UNLOCK to enable the key.
GRSNET
UNITS
PRINT
TARE
NUMBER
SAMPLE
UNIT WT
STNDBY 0 Standby mode delay. Specifies the number of minutes the indicator must be inactive before
entering standby mode. Valid values are 0 (off) through 255 minutes. When in standby mode,
power is still supplied to the CPU and draws half of the current as when the display is powered.
The display is no longer updated and the backlight is off. Press any key to exit standby mode and
reactivate the display.The indicator enters standby mode if no key presses, serial
communications, or scale motion occur for the length of time specified in this parameter. Set to 0
to disable standby mode.
If regulatory agency is set for NONE or INDUST, the standby will occur after
Note the specified number of minutes regardless of how much weight is on any of
the scales. If regulatory agency is set for NTEP, OIML, or Canada a standby
will only occur when the weight on the currently viewed scale is at center of zero.
Table 3-10. Feature Menu Parameters

Configuration 35
Parameter Choices Description
RECALL ON ON allows the Tare, Zero, and Units values to be maintained across a power cycle. Over/Under/
OFF Target/ID values are also maintained.
OFF clears the values on a power cycle. Zero is reset to calibrated zero and Units are reset to
Primary. Over/Under/Target/ID values are reset as well.
DISPLAY CONTRAST Adjusts Counterpart display viewing. Key in a value:
BRIGHT BRIGHT — key in a value
IMAGE IMAGE — enter negative or positive
KEYBEEP OFF Select ON to alert the user every time a key is pressed.
ON
TOTAL OFF Totalization mode check
ON
Table 3-10. Feature Menu Parameters

Feature Count Menu

COUNT

NEGCOUNT SAMPLQTY INSFSMPL LOTUPDT SCLCHG NEWITEM

ON 10 0.1% OFF ON

OFF 25 0.2% ON OFF

50 0.0%
100 REZERO CHKSTBLE XFRTARE XFRUTWT

OFF ON OFF ON

ON OFF ON OFF

XFRSMPL DISPACC UTWTUPDT UTWTBASE DSPMODE REMOVTSP

OFF OFF OFF 1000 COUNT ON

ON ON ON 1 WEIGHT OFF

UNIT WT

Figure 3-12. Count Menu Layout

Parameter Choices Description

NEGCOUNT ON Sets whether negative weighing mode is off or on.
OFF
SAMPLQTY 10 Is the default value for sample quantity.
25
50
100

INSFSMPLE 0.1 A minimum sample size is required based on the platform capacity and product weight.
0.2
0.0
Table 3-11. Count Menu Parameters

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LOTUPDT OFF OFF — Changing or deleting the lot value in operation mode does not update the stored copy of
ON the currently loaded ID record.
ON — Changing or deleting the lot value in operation mode saves the changes into the stored
copy of the currently loaded ID record.

SCLCHG REZERO Scale change. These are actions taken when changing from one scale to another.
CHKSTABLE
See SCLCHG sub-menu below.
XFRTARE
XFRUTWT
NEWITEM OFF New item. This prompts user to add an ID to memory when an unknown ID is requested from
ON weigh mode.

XFRSMPL OFF After sample. After a sample, a switch is done from the current scale to the next scale that is
ON larger than or equal to the current scale. If a sample is done on the largest of the scales, a
switch will not be done.
DISPACC OFF Display accuracy
ON
UTWTUPDT OFF Enables or disables the updating of the loaded ID with a new unit weight value.OFF — Parts can
ON be sampled (generating a new unit weight) or a unit weight can be keyed or scanned but the
new unit weight is not saved into the stored copy of the currently loaded ID record.
ON — If on, the unit weight will update the stored value whether at zero or actual value.
UTWTBASE 1000 Unit weight base. 1 = APW (Average Piece Weight), 1000 = Piece weight per thousand.
1
DISPMODE COUNT Display mode. This chooses the value to be displayed as large in viewing window.
WEIGHT
UNITWEIGHT
REMOVTSP ON Removes trailing spaces from ID Codes.
OFF • ON — If set to on: 
- an ID code configured through the ID menu will have any entered trailing spaces removed
before being stored. 
- an ID code configured through the ID.CODE EDP command will have any entered trailing
spaces removed prior to being stored.
- trailing spaces will be removed from an ID Code that is entered via the Code softkey. This
includes using the front panel or USB keyboard.
- trailing spaces will be removed from an ID Code that is scanned from a barcode.
• OFF — If set to off:
- an ID code configured through the ID menu will be stored with trailing spaces as entered
- an ID code configured through the ID.CODE.EDP command will be stored with trailing
spaces as entered.
- an ID code entered via the Code softkey for recall will retain any trailing spaces. This
includes using the front panel or USB keyboard.
- an ID Code scanned from a barcode for recall will retain any trailing spaces
SCLCHG submenu
REZERO OFF Performs a zero function on change.
ON
CHKSTBLE ON When changing scales, a stability check can be either enabled or disabled. If enabled, and the
OFF stability check is successful, no indication is shown and the unit switches to the next scale. If
enabled and the stability check fails, then NON-STABLE is shown on the display and the switch
to the next scale is not made.
XFRTARE OFF When changing scales, the tare weight is transferred from the current scale to the new scale.
ON Units must be set to the same unit of measurement.
XFRUTWT ON When changing scales, the unit weight is transferred from the current scale to the new scale.
OFF
Table 3-11. Count Menu Parameters

Configuration 37
Feature Region Menu
REGION

REGULAT REGWORD DECFMT TIME DATE

NTEP GROSS DOT DFORMT D SEP

CANADA BRUTTO COMMA MMDDY4 SLASH

DDMMY4 DASH
INDUST
TFORMT T SEP Y4MMDD SEMI
See NONE
Y4DDMM
Figure 3-15 12 HOUR COLON
OIML MMDDY2
24 HOUR COMMA
DDMMY2
Y2MMDD
Y2DDMM

Figure 3-13. Region Menu Layout

Parameter Choices Description

REGULA NTEP Regulatory mode. Specifies the regulatory agency having jurisdiction over the scale site.
CANADA
The value specified for REGULA affects the function of the front panel TARE and
INDUST Note ZERO keys.
NONE
OIML • OIML, NTEP, and CANADA modes allow a tare to be acquired at any weight greater than zero.
NONE allows tares to be acquired at any weight value.
• OIML, NTEP, and CANADA modes allow a tare to be cleared only if the gross weight is at no
load. NONE allows tares to be cleared at any weight value.
• NTEP and OIML modes allow a new tare to be acquired even if a tare is already present. In
CANADA mode, the previous tare must be cleared before a new tare can be acquired.
• NONE, NTEP and CANADA modes allow the scale to be zeroed in either gross or net mode as
long as the current weight is within the specified ZRANGE. In OIML mode, the scale must be
in gross mode before it can be zeroed; pressing the ZERO key in net mode clears the tare.
• INDUST provides a set of subparameters to allow customization of tare, clear, and print
functions in non-legal-for-trade scale installations.
When in legal-for-trade mode, refer to Section 9.10 on page 98 for more information on using this feature.
REGWOR GROSS Sets the term printed when weighing in gross mode. Selecting BRUTTO replaces Gross with Brutto.
BRUTTO
DECFMT DOT Specifies whether decimal numbers are displayed using a period (DOT) or a comma.
COMMA
TIME TFORMT Allows you to set the current time, and the time format and separator character. 
T SEP See Time sub-menu below.
DATE DFORMT Allows you to set the current date, and date format and date separator character.
D SEP
Time sub-menu
TFORMT 12 HOUR Sets the time format.
24 HOUR
T SEP COLON Sets the time separator as a colon or a comma.
COMMA
Table 3-12. Region Menu Parameters

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Date sub-menu
DFORMT MMDDY4 Sets the date format. Y4 will use a four-digit year value, such as 2011, while Y2 will use a two-digit
DDMMY4 value, such as 11.
Y4MMDD
Y4DDMM
MMDDY2
DDMMY2
Y2MMDD
Y2DDMM
D SEP SLASH Sets the date separator as a slash, dash, or semicolon.
DASH
SEMI
Table 3-12. Region Menu Parameters

SOFTKEYS Menu

SOFTKEYS

SK1-12

BLANK
TIME/DATE PART# IN UW UPDT

CLRTAR SCL SEL OUT TARE UPDT

CLRUW CODE CLR CN SETPT
CLRBFR LOT QUANTITY BATSTRT

DESC PRINT PLT TOTAL + BATSTOP

DSPTAR SWAP DSP TOTAL - BATPAUSE

DSP ACC RESET ID’S CLR TTL BATRST

Figure 3-14. Softkey Menu Layout

Parameters Descriptions
BLANK No softkey function selected
TIMEDATE Allows user to set time and date
CLRTAR Clear tare
CLRUW Clear unit weight value
CLRBFR Clear buffer.
DESC Description update.
DSPTAR Display tare value (times out after 10 seconds)
DSPACC Display accumulated weight value (may be printed or cleared while displayed) – times out after 10 seconds
PART # Part number entry.
SCLSEL Allows user to select scale 1, scale 2 for displayed weight,count in multi-scale unit
Table 3-13. Softkey Menu Parameters

Configuration 39
 Parameters Descriptions
CODE Press CODE, enter ID number, press ENTER to recall stored item code. If item code does not exist, will
prompt “Item not found, Save as New ID?” Pressing YES will store in first available register. Alpha ON/OFF
softkey appears to turn off Alpha to process numbers quicker when not using Alpha.
LOT Allows user to add lot number to stored item code on the fly (if enabled to do so)
PRINTPLT Allows user to print a pallet label
SWAPDSP Allows user to swap large display between weight, count, unit weight
RESET ID’S Reset or clear ID’s/codes.
IN Used to add, subtract count from inventory value (local or WeighVault)
OUT
CLRCN Sets consecutive number back to RESVAL (beginning reset value)
QUANTITY Update quantity for IN/OUT inventory database.
TOTAL+ Used with totalization mode or parts reduction count mode to add or subtract items from total accumulated
TOTAL- count. CLRTTL will clear the totalized value.
CLRTTL
UWUPDT Update stored unit weight or tare weight for currently loaded item code
TAREUPDT
SETPT Change setpoint value
BATSTRT Batch start
BATSTOP Batch stop
BATPAUSE Pause batch
BATRST Reset batch
Table 3-13. Softkey Menu Parameters

Regulate Industry Menu

REGULAT

INDUST Only displayed if INDUST is selected

from the REGULAT parameter

SNPSHT ZTARE KTARE MTARE NTARE CTARE

DISPLY NO YES REPLAC NO YES

SCALE YES NO REMOVE YES NO

NOTHN

PRTMOT PRTPT OVRBAS AGENCY

NO NO CALIB NTEP
YES YES SCALE CANADA

INDUST

NONE
OIML

Figure 3-15. Regulate Industry Menu Layout

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Parameter Choices Description
SNPSHT DISPLY Display or scale weight source.
SCALE
ZTARE NO Remove tare on ZERO.
YES
KTARE YES Always allow keyed tare.
NO
MTARE REPLAC Multiple tare action.
REMOVE
NOTHIN
NTARE NO Allow negative or zero tare.
YES
CTARE YES Allow CLEAR key to clear tare/accumulator.
NO
PRTMOT NO Allow print while in motion.
YES
PRTPT NO Add PT to keyed tare print.
YES
OVRBAS CALIB Zero base for overload calculation.
SCALE
CALIB = Calibrate Zero
SCALE = Scale Zero
AGENCY NTEP Selects the agency having jurisdiction over the scale site.
CANADA • OIML, NTEP, and CANADA modes allow a tare to be acquired at any weight greater than
INDUST zero. NONE allows tares to be acquired at any weight value. A tare can be cleared only if
NONE the gross weight is at no load. NONE allows tares to be cleared at any weight value.
OIML • NTEP and OIML modes allow a new tare to be acquired even if a tare is already present.
In OIML mode, printing is not allowed if the scale is more than -20dd.
In CANADA mode, the previous tare must be cleared before a new tare can be acquired.
• NONE, NTEP and CANADA modes allow the scale to be zeroed in either gross or net
mode as long as the current weight is within the specified ZRANGE. In OIML mode, the
scale must be in gross mode before it can be zeroed; pressing ZERO in net mode clears
the tare.
• INDUST provides a set of subparameters to allow customization of tare, clear, and print
functions in non-legal-for-trade applications.
The value specified for this parameter affects the function of the front panel TARE and ZERO keys.
See Section 9.9 on page 97 for more information.
When in legal-for-trade mode, refer to Section 9.10 on page 98 for more information.
Table 3-14. Regulate Industry Menu Parameters

Configuration 41
3.7.3 Serial Menu

SERIAL

PORT1

CMD SCANNER SCALE IND SCALE

BAUD BITS STOP BITS TERMIN ECHO RESPONSE

9600 8NONE 1 CR/LF ON ON

19200 7EVEN 2 CR OFF OFF

28800 7ODD

38400
SFMT SOURCE STREAM PRNMSFG EOLDLY
57600

115200
SCALE 1 LFT ON 0
1200
SCALE 2 INDUST OFF
2400
SCALE 3 OFF
4800

<2><C><CR><><LF>

PORT2 PORT3 OPTCARD

CMD SCANNER CMD SCANNER KEYBOARD NONE

FIBER
Same parameters
as Port 1 ETHERNET

WI-PORT

RESERVED

USB

RS232-422

KEYBOARD

Figure 3-16. Serial Menu Layout

Parameter Choices Description

PORT 1 CMD Specifies Port 1 through 3’s mechanism for triggering a transmission of data, print message,
PORT 2 SCANNER baud rate, bits, stop bits, termination character, end-of-line delay, and echo. 
PORT 3 SCALE See Ports sub-menus for parameter descriptions.
IND SCALE
KEYBOARD
Table 3-15. Serial Menu Parameters

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Parameter Choices Description
OPTCARD NONE Option card parameters. Indicates which connection can be selected when using a wireless
FIBER option card and WeighVault.
ETHERNET When setting up the USB option and opening Revolution, you may be
WI-PORT Note asked to load a driver if Windows PC has never used a USB driver before.
RESERVED
USB
RS232-432
KEYBOARD
Ports sub-menus
CMD Sets up the transmission information for the command.
BAUD
BITS
STOP BITS
TERMIN
ECHO
RESPONSE
EOLDLY
STREAM
**SOURCE For SOURCE and SFMT to appear on menu, first configure the STREAM
Note parameter for either LFT (legal-for-trade) or INDUST (Industrial).
**SFMT
SCANNER BAUD Sets up the transmission information for the scanner.
BITS
STOP BITS
TERMIN
HEADERS
SCALE BAUD Sets up the transmission information for scale 3.
BITS
STOP BITS
TERMIN
EOLDLY
SFMT
IND SCALE BAUD Sets up the transmission information for the industrial scale parameter.
BITS
STOP BITS
TERMIN
EOLDY
SFMT
KEYBOARD BAUD Sets up the communication information for the USB keyboard option.
BITS
STOP BITS
Table 3-15. Serial Menu Parameters

Configuration 43
3.7.4 Ethernet Menu
ETHERNET

DHCP IPADDRESS NETMASK DFLGTWY DNSPRI DNSSEC LCLHSTNM

ON COUNTERPART

OFF

ECHO VAULT MAC REMOTEPT REMOTEIP PORT

OFF OFF

ON ONBOARD

EXTERNAL

Figure 3-17. Ethernet Menu Layout

Parameter Choices Description

DHCP ON Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
OFF ON — obtains IP address, primary and secondary DNS IP addresses, netmask,
and default gateway IP address from a DHCP server.
OFF — uses static settings for the above parameters.
IPADRESS IP address. This can be leased (provided by DHCP server) or statically set.
NETMASK Subnet address
DFFLTGTWY IP address for default gateway
DNSPRI Primary domain server IP address
DNSSEC Secondary domain server IP address
LCLHSTNM Counterpart Counterpart local host name
PORT Port number used
REMOTEIP Remote IP address using WeighVault
REMOTEPT Remote port number using WeighVault
MAC Views the MAC address and is non-changeable.
VAULT OFF Selects on or off
ON BOARD Using onboard RJ45 Ethernet connection
EXTERNAL Using wireless port connection

Note Softkey shown to clear weigh vault batter.

ECHO ON Allows Echo to be on or off.
OFF

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3.7.5 Print Format Menu

PFORMT

GFMT NFMT CFMT PALFMT

FMT PORT SAME AS GFMT

<x><x> PORT 1

ACCFMT TOTALFMT SPFMT HDRFMT1 HDRFMT2

SAME AS GFMT <x><x> <x><x> <x><x>

Figure 3-18. Print Format Menu

Parameter Choices Description

PFORMT Sets the print format for gross weight mode, net weight mode, count, pallet,
accumulate, total, setpoint, header 1 and header 2.
GFMT Gross format
NFMT Net format
CFMT Count format
PALFMT Pallet format
ACCFMT Accumulator format
TOTALFMT Total format
HDRFMT1 Header 1 format
HDRFMT2 Header 2 format
Table 3-16. Print Format Menu Parameters

Configuration 45
3.7.6 Scale Setpoints Menu
SETPTS

SP CFG BATCHING

OFF

AUTO

MANUAL

SETPT 1 SETPT 1-6

Same as SETPT 1

OFF GROSS NET PIECECNT %REL

VALUE APPLIES TO GROSS, NET, PIECECNT, & %REL

See Figure 3-20

number

DELAY WAITSS COUNTER INMOTION

VALUE ACCESS DIGOUT SOURCE ACCESS DIGOUT SENSE

number ON NONE LIST OF ON NONE NORMAL

SCALES
HIDE 1-4 HIDE 1-4 INVERT

OFF OFF

SOURCE PSHACCM PSHPRNT PSHTARE ACCESS DIGOUT SENSE

LIST OF OFF OFF OFF ON NONE NORMAL

SCALES
ON ON ON HIDE 1-4 INVERT

NQUIET WAITSS OFF

VALUE SOURCE PSHACCM PSHPRNT PSHTARE ACCESS DIGOUT SENSE

number LIST OF OFF OFF OFF ON NONE NORMAL

SCALES
ON ON ON HIDE 1-4 INVERT

NQUIET WAITSS OFF

Figure 3-19. Setpoints Menu

46 Counterpart Counting Scale Indicator

Gross, Net, Piecent, %REL Sub-menu
GROSS NET PIECECNT %REL

APPLIES TO GROSS, NET, PIECECNT, & %REL

VALUE SOURCE TRIP BANDVAL HYSTER

number LIST OF HIGHER number number

SCALES
LOWER If TRIP= If TRIP=
INBAND INBAND or HIGHER or
OUTBAND LOWER
OUTBAND

PREACT PREVAL PREADJ PRESTAB PCOUNT RELNUM

OFF number number 1-6

ON If PREACT= If PREACT If KIND=

LEARN ON or = % RELSP
LEARN LEARN

SENSE DIGOUT ACCESS PSHTARE PSHPRNT PSHACCM BATCH

NORMAL NONE ON OFF OFF OFF OFF

INVERT 1-4 HIDE ON ON ON ON

OFF WAITSS NQUIET

Figure 3-20. Gross, Net, Piecent, %REL Sub-menu

Parameters Choices Description

SP CFG SETPT 1 Specifies the settings for GROSS, NET, PIECECNT, % REL, delay, waitss, counter and
SETPT 2-6 inmotion used by setpoints 1 through 6.
BATCHING OFF Batching enable. Set to AUTO or MANUAL to allow a batch sequence to run. MANUAL
AUTO requires a Batch Start softkey before the batch sequence can run. AUTO allows batch
MANUAL sequences to repeat continuously.
SP CFG subenu
SETPT1-6 OFF Specifies the setpoint kind.
GROSS GROSS, NET, PIECECNT, and %REL setpoint kinds can be used as either batch or continuous
NET setpoints. DELAY, WAITSS, and COUNTER setpoint kinds can only be used in batch
PIECECNT sequences.
%REL The INMOTION setpoint kind can only be used as a continuous setpoint.
DELAY
WAITSS
COUNTER
INMOTION
Table 3-17. Scale Setpoint Menu Parameters

Configuration 47
 Parameters Choices Description
Setpoint 1-6 submenu
OFF Value = number
GROSS Value Display and edit the gross value
NET Source
PIECECNT Trip
%REL Bandval
Hyster
Preact
Preval
Preadj
Prestab
Pcount
Relnum
Batch
Pshaccm
Pshprint
Pshtare
Access
Digout
Sense
DELAY Value
Source
Pshaccm
Pshprint
Pshtare
Access
Digout
Sense
WAITSS Source
Pshaccm
Phsprint
Pshtare
Access
Digout
Sense
COUNTER Value
Access
Digout
INMOTION Source
Access
Digout
Sense
Off, Gross, Net, Peicecnt, %Rel, Delay, Waitss, Counter and Inmotion submenus
VALUE number
SOURCE List of available Specifiy the scale number used as the source for the setpoint.
scales
TRIP Higher Specifies whether the setpoint is satisfied when the weight is higher or lower than the setpoint
Lower value, within a band established around the value, or outside of that band.
Inband In a batch sequence with TRIP = HIGHER, the associated digital output is active until the
Outband setpoint value is reached or exceeded; with TRIP = LOWER, the output is active until the
weight goes below the setpoint value.
BANDVAL number
HYSTER number Specifies a band around the setpoint value that must be exceeded before the setpoint, once
off, can trip on again.
Table 3-17. Scale Setpoint Menu Parameters

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Parameters Choices Description
PREACT Off Allows the digital output associated with a setpoint to shut off before the setpoint is satisfied to
On allow for material in suspension.
Learn The ON value adjusts the setpoint trip value up or down (depending on the TRIP parameter
setting) from the setpoint value using a fixed value specified on the PREVAL parameter.
The LEARN value can be used to automatically adjust the preact value after each batch.
LEARN compares the actual value at standstill to the target setpoint value, and then adjusts
the preact PREVAL by the PREADJ value times the difference after each batch.
PREVAL
PREADJ 0.500000 Preact adjustment factor. For setpoints with PREACT set to LEARN, specifies a decimal
0-9999999 representation of the percentage of error correction applied (0.05 = 50%, 1.0 - 100%) each
time a PREACT adjustment is made.
PRESTAB 0 Preact stabilization time-out. For setpoints with PREACT set to LEARN, specifies the time, in
0-65535 0.1-second intervals, to wait for standstill before adjusting the PREACT value. Setting this
parameter to a value greater than zero disables the learn process if standstill is not achieved in
the specified interval.
PCOUNT 1 Preact learn interval. For setpoints with PREACT set to LEARN, specifies the number of
0-65535 batches after which the preact value is recalculated. The default value, 1, recalculates the
preact value after every batch cycle.
RELNUM 1 For the percent relative setpoint, specifies the number of the relative setpoint. The target
2 weight for the %REL setpoint is determined as the percentage (specified on the VALUE
3 parameter of the %REL setpoint) of the target value of the relative setpoint.
4
5
6
BATCH Off Specifies whether the setpoint is used as a batch (ON) or continuous (OFF) setpoint.
On
PSHACCM Off Specifiy ON to update the accumulator and perform a print operation when the setpoint is
On satisfied. Specify ONQUIET to update the accumulator without printing.
ONquiet
PSHPRNT Off Specify ON to perform a print operation when the setpoint is satisfied; specify WAITSS to wait
On for standstill after setpoint is satisfied before printing.
Waitss
PSHTARE Off Specify ON to perform an acquire tare operation when the setpoint is satisfied. Note that
On PSHTARE acquires the tare regardless of the value specified for the REGULAT parameter on
the FEATUR menu.
ACCESS On Specifies the access allowed to setpoint parameters shown by pressing the Setpoint softkey in
Hide normal mode.
Off ON: Values can be displayed and changed.
HIDE: Values cannot be displayed or changed.
OFF: Values can be displayed but not changed.
DIGOUT None Lists all digital output bits available. This parameter is used to specify the digital output bit
1-4 associated with this setpoint. Use the DIGI/O menu to assign bit function to OUTPUT. For
continuous setpoints, the digital output becomes active (low) when the condition is met; for
batch setpoints, the digital output is active until the setpoint condition is met.
SENSE Normal Specifies whether the value of the digital output associated with this setpoint is inverted when
Invert the setpoint is satisified.
Table 3-17. Scale Setpoint Menu Parameters

Configuration 49
3.7.7 DIG I/O Menu

DIGIO

DIO 1 DIO 2 DIO 3 DIO 4

OFF Same as DIO 1

PRINT

ZERO

TARE

UNITS

CLEAR

DSPACC

NT/GRS

CLRCN

SAMPLE

SOFTKEY 1-4

OUTPUT

Figure 3-21. Digital I/O Menu Layout

Parameter Choices Description

DIG IO DIO 1 Assign digital input/output functions.
DIO 2
DIO 3
DIO 4
DIO 1-4 sub-menu
DIO 1-4 OFF Digital I/O functions
PRINT
ZERO
TARE
UNITS
CLEAR
DSPACC
NT/GRS
CLRCN
SAMPLE
SFTKEY1
SFTKEY2
SFTKEY3
SFTKEY4
OUTPUT

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3.7.8 Version Menu

VERS

SOFTWR REG

V 2.0 LR, V.1.00

Figure 3-22. Version Menu Layout

Parameter Choices Description

VERS SOFTWR Software version. 2.xx

REG Regulatory version. LR, V 1.XX

Table 3-18. Version Menu Parameters

3.8 Test Menu

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

A/D DIG I/O COMM RAM KEYPAD SCANNER

PORT1 PORT2 TEST SCAN TO TEST

WARNING...
DISCONNECT
DIGITAL I/O PASS PASS PASS
BEFORE or or or
RUNNING TEST
FAIL FAIL FAIL

LOOP DIO 1 DIO 2 DIO 3 DIO 4

PASS STATUS STATUS STATUS STATUS

or
FAIL

AD1 AD2 RAW ZERO SPAN mV EXCVDC

VAL VAL VAL VAL VAL VAL VAL

Figure 3-23. Test Menu

Parameter Choices Description

A/D AD1 Gives details of current or live A/D counts as well as stored zero and span A/D values.
AD2
Shows voltage levels for signal and excitation voltages.
EXCVAC
Table 3-19.

Configuration 51
Parameter Choices Description
DIG I/O LOOP Tests your digital I/O ports. If they are functioning, PASS is displayed. If they are not functioning,
DIO 1 FAIL is displayed.
DIO 2
DIO 3 Note Both inputs and outputs are active low. They go to a ground state when active.
DIO 4
The I/O ports become activated when the test is performed. Make sure
WARNING any equipment is disconnected prior to performing this test to avoid
inadvertently activating it.
COMM PORT1 Performs a loop-back test on the serial ports. If they are functioning, PASS is displayed. If they are
PORT2 not functioning, FAIL is displayed.
RAM TEST Tests the unit’s memory. If it is functioning, PASS is displayed. If it is not functioning, FAIL is
displayed.
KEYPAD TEST Tests the unit’s individual keypad buttons by displaying the name of the key pressed. If nothing is
displayed, the key is not functioning. 
Press the Menu key to exit the test.
SCANNER TEST Displays scanned value with control characters.
A/D sub-menus
RAW VAL Displays the live current raw AD count.
ZERO VAL Displays the captured AD Zero calibration value.
SPAN VAL Displays the captured AD Span calibration value.
mV VAL Displays the live current millivolt signal voltage.
EXCVDC VAL Displays the current excitation voltage.
LOOP TEST Performs a loop test on dig I/O cards.
DIO 1 STATUS Displays the status of each individual digital I/O port. If set as input, the display shows input stats IN
DIO 2 HI or IN LO. If set as output, pressing Enter toggles the output between HI and LO. OUT HI or OUT
DIO 3 LO. 
DIO 4 OUT LO is active.
PORT1 TEST Performs a loopback test on serial port 1 or 2. Connect jumper TX and RX together on port 1 or
PORT2 port 2 before testing.
Table 3-19.

3.9 Display Menu

There are three display settings on the Counterpart.

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

CONTRAST BRIGHT IMAGE

100 50 Negative

0-100% 0-100% Positive

Figure 3-24. DISPLAY Menu

Setting the display parameters from this top level menu is temporary. After a power cycle, the values will revert to
their previous values. Changes made to these parameters through the CONFIG menu are kept through a power
cycle.

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3.10 Setpoints – Weigh Mode Parameter Menu
Set up of setpoints is allowed while in the weigh mode.
While setting up setpoints, the Access parameter needs to be set to either On or Off.
• Setting it to On allows a setpoint to be viewed and edited if setpoint type is Gross, Net, Piececnt, %Rel, Delay,
or Counter.
• Setting it to Off allows a setpoint to be viewed but not edited if the setpoint type is Gross, Net, Piececnt, %Rel,
Delay, or Counter.
• Hide will not show the setpoint.
ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

SETPT 1 SETPT 2 - 6

SAME AS SETPT 1

GROSS NET PIECECNT %REL DELAY COUNTER

In Weigh Mode VALUE VALUE

number number

VALUE BANDVAL HYSTER PREVAL

number number number number

If TRIP= If TRIP= If PREACT=

INBAND or HIGHER or ON or
OUTBAND LOWER LEARN

PREADJ PRESTAB PCOUNT RELNUM

number 1-6

If PREACT If KIND=
= % RELSP
LEARN

Figure 3-25. Setpoint Menu in Weigh Mode

Parameters Choices Description
SETPT1-6 OFF Specifies the setpoint kind.
GROSS GROSS, NET, PIECECNT, and %REL setpoint kinds can be used as either batch or continuous
NET setpoints. DELAY, WAITSS, and COUNTER setpoint kinds can only be used in batch
PIECECNT sequences.
%REL The INMOTION setpoint kind can only be used as a continuous setpoint.
DELAY
WAITSS
COUNTER
INMOTION
Table 3-20. Setpoint Menu Parameters in Weigh Mode

Configuration 53
 Parameters Choices Description
Setpoint 1-6 sub-menu
GROSS Value Display and edit the gross value
NET Source
PIECECNT Trip
%REL Bandval
Hyster
Preact
Preval
Preadj
Prestab
Pcount
Relnum
Batch
Pshaccm
Pshprint
Pshtare
Access
Digout
Sense
DELAY Value
Source
Pshaccm
Pshprint
Pshtare
Access
Digout
Sense
COUNTER Value
Access
Digout
Gross, Net, Peicecnt, %Rel, Delay and Counter sub-menus
VALUE number
BANDVAL number
HYSTER number Specifies a band around the setpoint value that must be exceeded before the setpoint, once
off, can trip on again.
PREVAL number
PREADJ 0.500000 Preact adjustment factor. For setpoints with PREACT set to LEARN, specifies a decimal
0-9999999 representation of the percentage of error correction applied (0.05 = 50%, 1.0 - 100%) each
time a PREACT adjustment is made.
PRESTAB 0 Preact stabilization time-out. For setpoints with PREACT set to LEARN, specifies the time, in
0-65535 0.1-second intervals, to wait for standstill before adjusting the PREACT value. Setting this
parameter to a value greater than zero disables the learn process if standstill is not achieved in
the specified interval.
PCOUNT 1 Preact learn interval. For setpoints with PREACT set to LEARN, specifies the number of
0-65535 batches after which the preact value is recalculated. The default value, 1, recalculates the
preact value after every batch cycle.
RELNUM 1 For the percent relative setpoint, specifies the number of the relative setpoint. The target
2 weight for the %REL setpoint is determined as the percentage (specified on the VALUE
3 parameter of the %REL setpoint) of the target value of the relative setpoint.
4
5
6
Table 3-20. Setpoint Menu Parameters in Weigh Mode

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4.0 Calibration
The Counterpart can be calibrated using the front panel, EDP commands, or Revolution®.
Calibration can be performed in two places within the menu: the CALIBR menu shown in Figure 4-1 and the
Note SCALE sub-menu shown in Figure 3-8 on page 28. The CALIBR menu shown in Figure 4-1 is a “quick access”
calibration; for more in-depth scale setup and calibration, use the menus found under SETUP/CONFIG/
SCALE (see Figure 3-8 on page 28).
Calibration consists of the following steps:
• Zero calibration
• Entering the test weight value
• Span calibration
• Optional five-point linearization
• Optional rezero calibration for test weights using hooks or chains.
The Counterpart requires the WZERO and WSPAN points to be calibrated. The linearity points are optional,
Note but must not duplicate zero or span. During calibration, the TARE (Enter) key acts as a data entry confirmation
key. The soft calibrate key accepts that value.

ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

WZERO WVAL WSPAN WLIN REZERO

Previous A/D raw Display and edit Previous A/D raw Calibrating, please wait
counts are shown test weight value counts are shown Press enter to
Press calibrate Press calibrate remove offset from
softkey to calibrate softkey to calibrate zero and span
zero. Press menu zero. Press menu calibrations
to cancel to cancel
calibrating. calibrating.

POINT 1 POINT 2 POINT 3 POINT 4 POINT 5

WGT 1 Same as POINT 1

CAL1

Figure 4-1. Calibration (CALIBR) Menu

4.1 Front Panel Calibration

1. Press the MENU SETUP button, and then press until the display reads CALIBR.
2. Press TARE (Enter) or to go to the scale to be calibrated. Press TARE (Enter) or to go to WZERO. Press
TARE (Enter) again to display a value and press the Calibrate softkey to Calibrate WZERO.

Note If you do not want to calibrate zero, press Menu to exit.

3. The indicator displays CALIBRATING while calibration is in progress. When complete, press TARE (Enter) or
to advanced to the next prompt (WVAL).
To view the new AD count, repeat Step 3, but instead of pressing TARE (Enter) while viewing the value, press
Note MENU SETUP to exit.

4. With WVAL displayed, press TARE (Enter) or to display or edit the stored calibration weight value. Press
TARE (Enter) to store the WVAL value and advance to WSPAN.
5. With WSPAN displayed, press TARE (Enter) or to view the A/D count. Place test weights on the scale equal
to WVAL. Press the Calibrate softkey to calibrate WSPAN.

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 Note If you do not want to calibrate span, press Menu to exit.

6. After the Calibrate softkey is pressed, the indicator displays CALIBRATING when complete. Press TARE
(Enter) or and the Save Exit softkey or proceed to WLIN.
To view the new AD count, navigate back to the WSPAN, and repeat Step 6; however, instead of pressing the
Note Calibrate softkey while viewing the value, press Save/Exit to exit.

4.2 Five-point Linearization

Five-point linearization (using the WLIN parameter) provides increased scale accuracy by calibrating the indicator
at up to five additional points between the zero and span calibrations.
Linearization is optional: if you choose not to perform linearization, skip the WLIN parameter; if linearization
values have previously been entered, these values are reset to zero during calibration. WZERO and WSPAN must
be calibrated before adding linearization points; WLIN values must be less than the WSPAN value and must not
duplicate WZERO or WSPAN.
To perform linearization, follow the procedure below:
With WLIN displayed, press Down to go to the first linearization point (POINT 1) and then press Down again to show
the weight value prompt (WGT 1). Then press Down to show the weight value. Place test weights on the scale, and
use the numeric keypad to enter the actual test weight value. Press enter to save the value and move to the
calibration (CAL 1) prompt. Press down to show the current calibration value, and then press the Calibrate softkey to
calibrate the linearization point. When complete, the AD count for the linear calibration is displayed. Press enter
again to save the calibration value and go to the next prompt (POINT 2).
Repeat for up to five linearization points. To exit the linearization parameters, press the Up key to return to WLIN.

4.3 Rezero
The optional rezero function is used to remove a calibration offset when hooks or chains are used to hang the test
weights.

Note The rezero function cannot be used with five-point linear calibration.

If no other apparatus was used to hang the test weights during calibration, remove the test weights and press Up to
return to the CALIBR sub-menu.
If hooks or chains were used during calibration, remove these and the test weights from the scale. With all weight
removed, go to the REZERO parameter, and press Down to show the current zero value. Press the Calibrate softkey
to adjust the zero and span calibration values. Press enter or Up to return to the CALIBR sub-menu.
Press Up to return to the SCALES menu, or press the Save and Exit softkey to exit setup mode.

4.4 EDP Command Calibration

To calibrate the indicator using EDP commands, the indicator EDP port must be connected to a terminal or
personal computer. See Section 2.8.1 on page 12 for EDP port pin assignments.
Once the indicator is connected to the sending device, do the following:
1. Place the indicator in config mode (display must read SCALE — see Figure 3-8 on page 28) and remove all
weight from the scale platform. If your test weights require hooks or chains, place the hooks or chains on
the scale for zero calibration.
2. Send the SC.WZERO#n command to calibrate zero. The indicator displays CALIBRATING while calibration
is in progress.
3. Place test weights on the scale and use the SC.WVAL#n command to enter the test weight value in the
following format:
SC.WVAL=nnnnnn<CR>
4. Send the SC.WSPAN#n command to calibrate span. The indicator displays CALIBRATING while calibration
is in progress.

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 5. Up to five linearization points can be calibrated between the zero and span calibration values. Use the
following commands to set and calibrate a single linearization point:
SC.WLIN.V1=nnnnn<CR>
SC.WLIN.C1<CR>
The SC.WLIN.V1#n command sets the test weight value (nnnnn) for linearization point 1. The
SC.WLIN.C1#n command calibrates the point. Repeat using the SC.WLIN.Vx and SC.WLIN.Cx
commands as required for additional linearization points.
6. To remove an offset value, clear all weight from the scale, including hooks or chains used to hang test
weights, and send the SC.REZERO#n command. The indicator displays CALIBRATING while the zero and
span calibrations are adjusted.
7. Send the SC.KUPARROW#n or the SC.KEXIT#n EDP command to return to normal mode.

4.5 Revolution® Calibration

To calibrate the indicator using Revolution, the indicator EDP port must be connected to a PC running the
Revolution configuration utility.
1. Place the indicator in config mode (display reads SCALE, — see Figure 3-8 on page 28) and remove all
weight from the scale platform.
2. From Revolution, select File » New. The Select Indicator dialog box appears.
3. Select Counterpart and click OK.
4. From the Communications menu, select Connect.
5. From the left pane, expand the Scale selection and click the Scale button.

Figure 4-2. Scale Button

6. From the Tools menu, select Calibration Wizard.

7. Click NEXT to begin the Calibration Wizard.
8. Select whether you want to perform a standard calibration or a standard with multi-point linearization and
click NEXT.
9. In the text box, enter the test weight value to be used for span calibration.
10. Select the check box if you are using chains or hooks during the calibration, and click NEXT.
11. Remove all weight from the scale and click Click to Calibrate Zero to begin zero calibration. If your test
weights require hooks or chains, place them on the scale for zero calibration.
12. When zero calibration is complete, the Calibration Wizard prompts you to place test weights on the scale.
Place the test weights on the scale and click Click to Calibrate Span.
13. If you chose to perform linear calibration, the Calibration Wizard now displays prompts (1–5). Enter the
weight value for Linear Point #1, place test weights on scale, and click GO . Repeat for additional
linearization points and click NEXT.
14. The new and old calibration settings are displayed. To accept the new values, click Finish. To exit and
restore the old values, click Cancel.

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4.6 More About Calibration
The following provides additional information about compensating for environmental factors (Section 4.6.1) and also
provides diagnostic information for determining expected zero and span coefficients.
4.6.1 Adjusting Final Calibration
Calibration may be affected by environmental factors including wind, vibration, and angular loading. For example,
if the scale is calibrated with 1000 lb, a strain test may determine that at 2000 lb the calibration is 3 lb high. In this
case, final calibration can be adjusted by tweaking WVAL to 998.5 lb. This adjustment provides a linear correction
of 1.5 lb per 1000 lb.
To adjust the final calibration, return to the WVAL prompt and press TARE (Enter) to show the test weight value. Press
or to adjust calibration up or down. Press the Calibrate softkey to save the value, and press to return to the
CALIBR menu.

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5.0 Scale Operations
The following contains detailed operator instructions for Counterpart, including instructions on how to enter tare
weights, toggle between net and gross weight, enter unit weights, perform inventory accumulation and reduction,
and toggle between scales. All operator instructions are conducted with the scale in the operation mode that is the
weighing or normal mode.
Counting scale accuracy is determined by:
• Sample size (number of pieces)
• Total sample size as a percentage of full scale capacity
• Piece-to-piece weight variation
As a general rule when determining sample size of fairly uniform pieces, the larger the sample size, the greater the
total sample weight, and therefore, the better the counting accuracy. Selecting the smallest capacity scale that can
obtain the highest counting resolution should be considered, but should not sacrifice the capacity required for the
heaviest container of parts. For this kind of application, a dual-platform scale may be the best selection. There is a
direct relationship between piece-to-piece weight variation (non-uniformity) and counting accuracy.
Therefore, elimination of the piece-to-piece weight variations can be accomplished by:
1. Isolating the sample used to calculate the unit weight and using the same sample to re-check the scale.
2. Recalculating the unit weight from lot-to-lot of parts. Parts manufactured on one machine may vary
slightly from another machine relative to weight.
3. Tightening the manufacturing tolerances on the parts reduces piece weight variations and increases count
accuracy.
The Stand-by Screen
At the stand-by screen the WEIGHT, UNIT WEIGHT, and QUANTITY displays show zeros and the annunciator for the
platform is illuminated (Scale 1 or 2).

5.1 Weight Unit Switching

The weight units displayed can be changed between primary, secondary and tertiary units during weighing
operations by pressing the UNITS TOGGLE key.

5.2 Entering Tare Weights

Tare weights can be entered in the scale by one of two methods: one-touch tare or digital tare. Digital tare is used
when the tare weight is already known while one-touch tare is used when the tare weight is unknown. If you call up
an Item Code already programmed into the Counterpart memory and you have a tare weight stored for that Item
Code, the tare weight stored with the Item Code will override one entered digitally or by using the TARE key.
5.2.1 One-Touch Tare, Tare Unknown
1. If the tare weight value is not known, place the item to be tared on the scale and press TARE. The weight
display should now show 0 and the Net annunciator should illuminate.
2. Remove the item from the scale. The weight display should show a negative weight value (weight of the
tared container, box, or item).
3. To clear the tare weight, press TARE with no weight on the scale. The scale should be at gross zero. The Net
annunciator will no longer be illuminated.
5.2.2 Digital Tare, Tare Weight Known
1. If the tare weight value is known, use the numeric keypad to key in the value and then press TARE. The Net
annunciator will illuminate.
2. To reset the tare to zero, press TARE again with no weight on the scale while the scale is at gross zero and
the Zero annunciator is lit.

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5.3 Toggling Between Gross and Net
To toggle between net and gross weight, a tare value must be entered into the scale. See Section 5.2 to enter a tare
value.
After a tare value is entered into the scale, items placed on the scale will cause the Net annunciator to illuminate
and allow toggling between net weight and gross weight. For example:
1. Place 0.5 lb weight on the scale and then press TARE. The weight display should show 0.000 lb.
2. Place another 0.5 lb weight on the scale. The scale weight display should show 0.500 and the Net
annunciator should be illuminated.
3. Press the GROSS/NET key. The weight display should show 1.000 GROSS WEIGHT, and the Net annunciator
will no longer be illuminated.
4. Press the GROSS/NET key. The weight display should show 0.500 and the Net weight annunciator should be
illuminated again.

5.4 Entering Unit Weights

Entering unit weights can be done either by sampling, as presented in Section 5.4.1, or by key entry as described in
Section 5.4.2.
EXTENT OF INSUFFICIENT SAMPLES controls unit weight sampling. The default setting for the INSFSMPLE is
Note 0.1 percent.
SAMPLE QUANTITY determines the number of pieces the scale assumes are on the platter when you press
the SAMPLE key to calculate the unit weight. The default setting is 10 pieces.
XFRUNITWT sets whether the unit weight determined by sampling is automatically transferred from Scale 1 to
Scale 2. The default setting is AUTOMATIC.
UNIT WEIGHT BASE controls whether the unit weight is displayed per 1000 pieces or per 1 piece. The default
Note setting for this is 1000 pieces.

Unit Weight per 1000 Pieces vs. Unit Weight per 1 Piece
The scale’s internal microprocessor calculates unit weights to several decimal places. However, the scale display
generally can only show unit weight to a maximum of 8 characters (or 7 places and a decimal point). If this unit
weight is recorded from the scale display and entered by key entry, this can introduce errors in the unit weight and
consequently in the counts. This error increases as the unit weight of the parts being counted decreases.
Example: A sample of 10 zener diodes is placed on the scale. The unit weight is computed to be 0.000653642 lbs.
However, the scale has a 7 character display for unit weight (or 6 places after the decimal point — 0.000000) so the
scale can only display 0.000653 as the unit weight. If this unit weight were recorded and keyboard entered in future

( )
counting operations, the resulting error would be: 0.000653642 - 0.000653 x 100
= 0.098%
0.000653642

On the other hand, with entry of the unit weight as “weight per 1000 pieces” the decimal place is, in effect, moved
three places to the right, allowing 3 more decimal places of accuracy. In this example, the entry would be made as
0.653642 per 1000 pieces, eliminating the error.
As a practical note, entering unit weights per 1000 pieces also lessens the chances of entering the wrong number of
zeros when keying in weights with many leading zeros. Incorrect entry of unit weights is a common cause of
inaccurate counting.
You might want to use unit weight per 1 piece generally this case:
1. When working with other existing systems or procedures that are already set up to record unit weight per
piece such as (inventory systems or labeling requirements).

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5.4.1 Unit Weight Operation by Sampling
Unit weight operation by sampling is accomplished by placing a 10 piece sample on the scale and then pressing the
SAMPLE key. The scale calculates a unit weight based on the weight of the sample. The following details the
procedure with UNIT WEIGHT set at either on or off.
Default settings are placed at 10 pieces. To key in a larger sample, key in the quantity and press SAMPLE.
Unit Weight Update Set to “Off” (Default)
Parts can be sampled (generating a new unit weight) or a unit weight can be scanned, but the new unit weight is not
saved into the stored copy of the loaded ID record.
Unit Weight Update Set to “On”
Parts can be sampled (generating a new unit weight) or a unit weight can be keyed or scanned and the new unit
weight is saved into the stored copy of the currently loaded ID record. If WeighVault is also enabled, a WeighVault
ID update will also occur.
5.4.2 Unit Weight Operation by Key Entry
Unit weight operation by key entry is accomplished by using the numeric keypad to enter the known value of the
unit weight and then pressing the UNIT WEIGHT key. For example:
1. With the display in the weighing mode, enter the known unit weight of 200.00 using the keyboard.
2. Press the UNIT WEIGHT key to enter the unit weight.
3. Place a 2 lb weight on the scale. The weight display reads 2.000, the unit weight display reads 200.00, and
the quantity display reads 10.
You can also enter a weight as APW (average piece weight) or unit weight per thousand.

Note To clear the unit value, enter 0 and push the Unit Weight key.

Piece Weight Enhancement

After performing a sample process, the unit determines the maximum number of pieces that could be accurately
used for a recompute. If the number of pieces on the scale is less than the recompute value, the RECOMP
annunciator will be shown.
1. Place items to be counted on the scale platter; make sure the RECOMP annunciator is still on.
2. Press the SAMPLE key while the RECOMP annunciator is shown. This will start a sample process using the
current piece count (instead of the SAMPLEQTY value) as the sample quantity.

Negative Counting (Full Box Counting)

Just as you can count by adding parts to the scale, you can also count by removing parts from the scale. This is
called “negative counting” because a negative weight is displayed while counting. However, you do not use the (-)
key to do negative counting. The (-) key is only used to delete an entry in accumulation mode that you want to
erase. This procedure does not affect the inventory quantity for this item stored in the scale.
To utilize the negative counting feature, set NEGCOUNT to “On” under the Count Menu and the regulatory
Note mode must be set to Industrial.

There are two ways to do this depending on whether you want to see the total amount remaining in the container or
the total amount removed from the container.

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Counting Out of a Full Container — See Total Amount Remaining in the Container
To carry out this operation you must know the tare weight ahead of time.
1. Place the full container on the scale. Press the TARE key.
2. Remove a 10 piece sample from the container and press the SAMPLE key. After the unit weight has been
calculated, return the sample to the container.
3. If you want to see how many are still in the bin, you first have to know the tare weight of the bin or
container. After removing the parts you want to take out of the bin, enter the tare weight of the bin and
press the TARE key. The scale will display how many parts were left in the bin. To print a label to put on the
bin showing the total quantity in the bin, press the PRINT key.
Negative Counting — Total Removed Displayed at the End
With this procedure you can count accurately out of a full container for kitting or shipping without having to know
the tare weight of the container.
1. Place a full container on the scale and press TARE.
2. Remove a 10 piece sample from the container and press SAMPLE. After the unit weight has been
calculated, return the sample to the container.
3. Remove the number of pieces you need for kitting or shipping. The amount removed will be displayed. If
you need a label for each kit or container, press the PRINT key after removing each batch of pieces.

5.5 IDs
IDs are used to save and recall previously set codes, descriptions, unit weight, and tare preferences. The
Counterpart has the capacity to store up to 150 individual IDs. There are three ways IDs can be entered and set:
1. Normal
2. Through Count Mode
3. Through Revolution
To enter alpha ID characters, double press the numeric keypad to obtain alpha characters.
To store more than 150 IDs, WeighVault is required (see Section 5.6 on page 65).
ID AUDIT CALIBR SETUP TEST DISPLAY SETPTS

REG 1 REG 2-150

SAME AS REG 1

QUANTITY CODE DESC PART NUM

VALUE VALUE VALUE VALUE

LOT UNIT WT TARE UNITS LOCATION

VALUE VALUE VALUE LB VALUE

OZ

KG

G
OFF

Figure 5-1. ID Menu

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5.5.1 Setting an ID Using the Normal Mode
MENU
1. Press the MENU SETUP key to access this menu.
SETUP

2. Press to ID and then press and you will be at REG1.

3. Navigate to the REG number you want to set (1-150) by using the and keys.
All menus have wrap-around functionality. If you are at ID1 and want to access ID150, you can quickly do so by
Note moving backwards through the menu.

4. When you have reached the REG number you want to set, press to select that register number.
5. Press and enter the CODE value — either the numeric or alphanumeric is acceptable. Thirty two
characters can be entered and only 25 characters maximum for default bar code formats. This code will be
used to recall the ID.
6. When the desired value is entered, press TARE (Enter).
7. Enter the information for description, part number, lot number, unit weight, tare with all entries being
optional.
8. Press TARE (Enter) again to accept the value(s).
9. Press to advance back up to REG. Press again, and the DONE softkey is displayed.
10. When complete, push the DONE softkey.
Enter Lot Number — Optional
1. LOT will be displayed. Press key to enter the alphanumeric value using the Counterpart keypad.
2. Press the TARE (Enter) key to accept.
Enter Unit Weight — Optional
1. UNIT WT will be displayed. Press and enter the unit weight value using the Counterpart keypad.
2. Press the TARE (Enter) key to accept.
Enter Tare — Optional
1. TARE will be displayed. Press and enter the tare value using the Counterpart keypad.
2. Press the TARE (Enter) key to accept.
Enter Units — Optional
1. UNITS will be displayed. To adjust the units, use the and keys to adjust the selection or press to view
the current setting.
2. Use the key or the TARE (Enter) key to store the setting.
Enter Location — Optional
1. LOCATION is displayed. Use the key and enter a value. Push the TARE (Enter) key to store.
5.5.2 Using a Stored ID
1. Press the CODE (softkey needs to be set up) key.
2. Counterpart responds with a code #=> with a prompt. Enter the ID code.
3. Press TARE (Enter).

Note Press code and then enter a zero to unload an ID code.

5.5.3 Using ID/Codes that are not Stored

1. Enable Single ID under feature menu.
2. Setup softkeys for code and other information to be printed, including part #, description, and/or quantity.
3. Press Softkey.
4. Key in value or information and press Tare (Enter).
5. The unit weight softkey may be set up to clear unit weight.
6. Next ID/code overrides data.

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5.5.4 Clearing ID Codes
1. Press the Menu Setup key.
2. Toggle through menu items to ID.
3. Select Reg 1-150 to clear.
4. Push the Clear ID softkey.
5. The display prompts Clear ID Values. Press the Yes softkey.
6. Display shows ID Cleared.
7. Push the Menu softkey to return to the Use mode.
5.5.5 Adding an ID From Count Mode
1. Press the CODE softkey.
2. Add in the ID number. The Alpha ON/OFF Softkey appears to allow number only entry.
3. If the ID number is not already in the database, Counterpart prompts, Not Found, Save as New ID?
4. Select Yes or No. By selecting Yes, Counterpart will store that ID code into the first open register. By
selecting No, you will go back to the Counting mode screen.
5. Optional – Sample Quantity desired and press the UW Update softkey
6. Optional – Tare the container and push the Tare Update softkey.
5.5.6 Adding an ID Through Revolution
To add an ID using Revolution, you must have Revolution installed on your computer. Visit www.ricelake.com to
download this free configuration software.
1. Unplug power to Counterpart.
2. Wire cable between computer and Counterpart.
3. Plug in power to Counterpart and press Counterpart’s POWER key.
4. Open Revolution and go to Base Configuration, >> IDs.
5. To upload IDs from Counterpart, select Connect from the Toolbar or under Communications — Connect.
6. Select Communications and then Upload Configuration or Upload Section.
7. Select REG # and add information into the screens as shown in Figure 5-2.

Figure 5-2. Adding IDs Through Revolution

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 8. To download the ID to Counterpart, connect Revolution, and select Communications and either Download
Configuration or Download Section.
9. All register IDs are now entered and available through Revolution.

Note By uploading IDs using Revolution and saving them to a file the IDs can be backed up for future use.

5.6 WeighVault
WeighVault is a PC program that allows Counterpart users to add, edit, and access IDs over a network connection.
WeighVault surpasses the Counterpart's 150 ID limitation and eliminates front-panel entry of ID parameters. In and
Out softkeys can be used to update the ID quantity with inventory changes. Setting up softkeys is explained in
Section 1.7 on page 5. If WeighVault is enabled the inventory changes are also sent to the WeighVault PC.
It also collects data as transactions occur, and provides detailed transaction and productivity reports that can be
exported to Excel, Word, or PDF. For WeighVault to function, the following criteria must be met:
• Use onboard Ethernet or wireless option (PN72117 Ethernet TCP/IP Interface Installation and
Configuration Manual)
• IP address assigned to the Counterpart (Refer to PN72117 Ethernet TCP/IP Interface Installation and
Configuration Manual)
• WeighVault enabled in the Counterpart menu (ETHERNET menu; see Section 3.7.3 on page 42). Table 5-
1 lists parameters that must be entered in order for WeighVault to work.
Parameter Default
DHCP Consult with network administrator
IP ADDRESS Consult with network administrator
NET MASK Consult with network administrator
PORT Port 10001
REMOTE IP IP address of computer running WeighVault — must be static
REMOTE PT 5466
VAULT Onboard or external if using a wireless option
Table 5-1. WeighVault Default Settings

Note These default settings apply only if the VAULT parameter is set to ONBOARD. See Figure 3-22 on page 51.

5.6.1 Demo Setup of Counterpart and WeighVault

Install WeighVault. There are two setup programs that need to be installed.
On the PC
This setup was completed in Windows 7, however the basic information about setup is applicable to other
computer operating systems.
Use the following steps to set up WeighVault on the computer side.
1. Plug in crossover cable. The computer should be able to identify this cable.
2. Go to Properties, Internet Protocol, Version 4 - TCP/IPv4.
3. Choose Assign IP address.
4. Use the following IP address for this demo: 192.168.0.2 (if setting your system, check with your network
administrator).
5. Click on subnet mask field. This will fill screen in automatically.
6. Click OK and close each window.

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On the Counterpart
Use the following steps to set up WeighVault on the Counterpart side.
1. Enter menu settings and go to Ethernet.
2. DHCP should be set to Off.
3. Set the IP address 192.168.0.1 (this should be in the same range as the computer side, but the last digit is
different. (If setting your system, check with your network administrator.)
4. Set the subnet mask — 255.255.255.0.
5. Set the default gateway, DNS Pri, DNS Sec — no changes.
6. Set the local port — 10001.
7. Set the remote IP address — 192.168.0.02 (this is set same as computer above).
8. Set the remote port — 5466.
9. Set the Vault — set onboard.
10. Set up softkey — Code.
11. IN/OUT softkey — for in/out inventory setup
5.6.2 Using WeighVault
Once the above criteria have been met, IDs can be entered into WeighVault and saved on the PC’s hard drive. The
Edit Product dialog box in Figure 5-3 shows ID parameters that can be saved in WeighVault.
For testing purposes, enter a few part numbers and click Save Changes to Database.

Figure 5-3. WeighVault Edit Product Dialog Box

To access a saved ID from WeighVault over the network connection,

1. Using the Counterpart front panel, press the CODE key.
2. Enter an ID CODE value.
3. Press the TARE (Enter) key. The ID CODE is loaded and ready to use.
If the demo feature is complete and not being used permanently with WeighVault, go to your network settings
Note and turn off the Assign IP Address feature.

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5.7 Totalization Counts
Counterpart has a totalization function that allows you to totalize the quantity of several weighings together. This is
especially helpful if putting together parts kits. The ID code is functional with totalization, count or weight.
For full operation of the totalization feature, configure the unit with the following softkeys:
TOTAL+
TOTAL-
Clear Total
To find the total accumulated quantity of similar containers filled with parts, use the totalization procedure detailed
below. Six containers are used in this example; all containers are of the same empty weight.
1. Conduct a sampling process to determine the unit weight of the pieces, or key in a known unit weight or
recall an ID.
2. Enter a known tare weight or place an empty container on the scale to perform tare function. If an ID was
recalled in step 1, its tare value is already loaded.
3. Place container 1 (full of parts) on the scale. The number of pieces in the container is shown in the PCS
area of the display.
4. Press the Total + softkey to store the number of pieces in container 1. The memory (M) icon is shown. The
net weight of the items in the containers is stored and the totalization count is incremented. The piece count
value is displayed. The total count is shown in place of the unit weight display, and it is labeled as Total
Weight ttl.
5. Remove container 1 and place container 2 (full of parts) on the scale.
6. Press the Total + softkey. The accumulated total is now equal to container 1 plus container 2. The displayed
total is also updated.
7. Continue with the remainder of the containers in the same totalization method. The total number of parts
stored in all six containers (and the weight of the parts in those containers) is now stored and shown on the
display.
Note

• An ID may be loaded while part totalization is being performed, the ID Quantity value is not affected by
the totalizations operations.
• If a totalization has been started and the Code softkey is pressed — the unit will prompt Exit Totalization
Mode? with Yes and No softkeys. Pressing Yes clears the total, exits from totalization mode and brings up
the normal prompt for entering an ID code. If No is pressed, the unit does not prompt for an ID Code and
totalization can continue.
• The user cannot switch to another scale during totalization. If the Unit Toggle key is pressed during
totalization, the message not allowed — totalizing will be displayed and the switch will not occur.
• The user cannot switch units during totalization. If the Unit Toggle key is pressed during totalization, the
message not allowed - totalizing will be displayed and the switch will not occur.
• During totalization an icon is displayed between the battery icon and the main display area label. The icon
is an uppercase M for memory.
• For each totalization done (Total+ or Total-) a count will be incremented. This value can be printed. When
the total value is cleared and totalization mode is exited, the count will be cleared as well.
• While in totalization mode, pressing the Print key will print the total format — TOTALFMT.
• When attempting a totalization, a motion check can be performed based upon the setting of the TOTAL
parameter in the Feature/Count menu. If Total is ON and if there is motion, then one more attempt will be
made after two seconds. The default setting is OFF.
• To clear the total value, press the Clear Total softkey, and it will clear the total value.

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5.8 Parts Reduction Counts
Parts reduction can also be done by using the minus key while the scale is in the weighing mode and the memory
annunciator is on.
1. Conduct a sampling process to determine the unit weight of the pieces, or key in a known weight or recall
an ID.
2. Enter known tare weight, or place an empty container on the scale to perform tare function. If ID was
recalled in step one, its tare value is already loaded.
3. Place the container (full of parts) on the scale. The number of pieces in the container is shown in the PCS
area of the display.
4. Press the Total + softkey to store the number of pieces in the container. The memory (M) icon is shown. The
net weight of the items in the container is stored and the totalization count is incremented. The total piece
count value is shown in place of the piece weight value and will be labeled ttl. The total net weight is
shown in place of the normal ID Code: line - it is labeled as Total Weight.
5. Remove the number of parts required from the container and press the Total - softkey. The total piece count
value is now equal to the number of pieces removed. The number of pieces remaining in the container is
shown in the PCS area of the display. The total weight is now equal to the weight of the removed pieces.
6. Repeat step 5 as needed.

Note Once part reduction has been started, Pressing Total + will give you an error message.

5.9 Accumulate Feature For Weight

The accumulate feature allows a weight value to be accumulated. The following steps to use this feature.
1. Enable the Accumulate in the Scale Menu. Press the On key, and the display will say Accumulator Enabled.
2. Set up the Display Accum — (DSP ACC) and Swap Display (SWAPDSP) softkey. See Section 1.7 on page 5 of
the manual for help on setting up softkeys.
3. The weight must be active on the display.
4. Each time there is a print, the weight value is added to the accum register and keeps track of how many
accums were completed. Product must be removed from the platform and the display returned to zero each
time this is done.
5.9.1 Printing the Accumulated Total
Press the Print key to print the accumulated total when the Accum Value is displayed.
5.9.2 Clearing the Accumulated Total
1. Push the CLR key when the display Accum has been pressed.
2. PRESS CLEAR TO VERIFY is displayed. Press CLR again to clear the accum value.
5.9.3 IN/OUT Softkeys
Use the following steps to set up IN and OUT softkeys.
1. Push IN to add the displayed count value to quantity on hand of a stored ID code.
2. Push OUT to removed the displayed count value to quantity on hand of a stored ID code.

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5.10 Batch Operations
Softkeys can be configured to allow the operator control of batch operations from the Counterpart front panel (see
Figure 5-4). Softkeys can be configured using serial commands, or the FEATURE menu.

Figure 5-4. Counterpart Batch Operation Screenshot

Parameter Description
Setponit Display or change assigned setpoints
Batch Start Starts the batch process
Batch Reset Steps and resets an active batch to the beginning of the process.
Batch Stop Stops an active batch and turns off all associated digital outputs.
Table 5-2. Batching Softkeys
Batching Switch
The batching switch option, PN 19369, comes as a complete unit in an FRP enclosure, with legend plate, locking
stop switch (mushroom button), and a run/start/abort 3-way switch.
Both switches are wired into the Counterpart’s digital I/O terminal strip as shown in Figure 5-6 on page 70. Each
switch uses a separate digital input.
Once cables and switch have been connected to Counterpart, use the menu button to place Counterpart in setup
mode. Use the DIG I/O menu to configure the digital input and output functions.

Figure 5-5. Batching Switch

When configuration is complete, exit setup mode. Initialize the batch by turning the 3-way switch to Abort, then
unlock the STOP button (the STOP button must be in the OUT position to allow the batch process to run). The
batching switch is now ready to use.
If no digital input is assigned to BATRUN, batching proceeds as if BATRUN were always on; the batch will
WARNING start the 3-way switch is turned to RUN, but the STOP mushroom button will not function

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.
ABORT/RUN/START SWITCH
RED BLACK

A S
B 3 3 T
O NO NO A
R
T
4 4 R
T
CPU BOARD
DIGITAL I/O J3

+5VDC

DIO1

DIO2

DIO3

DIO4
GND
1 2 3 4 5 6 . . . . . 10
.

BLACK
3 1 1
NO NC NC
4 2 2

WHITE
RED

STOP/START MUSHROOM SWITCH

Figure 5-6. Batching Switch Wiring Diagram Example

To begin a batch process, turn the 3-way switch to START momentarily. If the STOP button is pushed during the
batch process, the process halts and the button locks in the IN position.
The START switch is ignored while the STOP button is locked in the IN position. The STOP button must be turned
counterclockwise to unlock it, then released into the OUT position to enable the 3-way switch.
To restart an interrupted batch from the step where it left off, do the following:
1. Unlock the STOP button (out position).
2. Turn the 3-way switch to START.
To restart an interrupted batch from the first batch step, do the following:
1. Turn 3-way switch to ABORT.
2. Unlock STOP button (out position).
3. Turn the 3-way switch to START.
Use this procedure (or the BATRESET serial command) to initialize the new batch routine following any change
Note to the setpoint configuration.

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5.11 Connecting a Barcode Scanner
The Counterpart will accept a barcode scanner connected to the unit. In order to use a scanner, you must set the
specifications of the Counterpart scale to recognize the scanner to the appropriate port and, in some cases, do the
setup on the scanner required by the scanner manufacturer.
The scanner allows non-contact, instantaneous, and accurate input of unit weight, tare weight, and ID code.
QD2100 Barcode Scanner
If you are using the Quickscan QD2100 barcode scanner sold by Rice Lake Weighing Systems, you can set up the
scanner by connecting the scanner (PN121495) to the RS-232 port on the Counterpart CPU board. Plug connector
with three wires into serial port 2 (J4) and plug with one wire into DIGIO (J3). Connections between the barcode
scanner and Counterpart should be wired as shown in Table 5-3.
Pin out Wire Color
RX Green
TX Red
Ground Black
DIGIO
5+

Table 5-3. Barcode Wiring Connections

The default baud rate is set for 9600 for both Counterpart and the scanner.
To set up barcode scanner parameters:
1. Navigate through the menu Setup >> Config >> Serial.
2. Set up the selected Port, J5 (Port 1) or J4 (Port 2) for the scanner.
3. Follow through and set up the various parameters such as 9600 baud, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, none parity.
4. Headers are set to ON under scanner sub-menu when needing to have headers for IDs, tare and unit
weights.
5. If the header is set to OFF, the Counterpart assumes that all scanned items are ID codes and part numbers.
Note ID codes are not functional when scanning ID codes.

Header Number Description Action

1 Unit Weight The scanned unit weight value updates the working ID and is also applied.
3 ID Code The scanned ID code is loaded.
4 Tare The scanned tare value updates the working ID and is also applied to the scale.
M Part Number The scanned part number updates the working ID and a Yes/No prompt is shown asking if the
stored ID should also be updated.
Note: Part Number 121495 is supplied with 2 connectors. Plug connector with 3 wires into J4 and set plug. Plug connector with 1 wire into J3.

Table 5-4. Header Codes for Bar Codes

5.12 USB Keyboard

The USB keyboard requires USB option and setup of parameter.
Keyboard entry of ID/Code information
Function keys 1-5 operate as function keys of counterpart. Function key 11 operates as sample key.

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6.0 Serial Commands
The Counterpart can be controlled by a PC or remote keyboard connected to an indicator serial port. Control is
provided by a set of serial commands that can simulate front panel key press functions, display and change setup
parameters, and perform reporting functions. This provides the ability to print configuration data or to save to your
hard drive.

6.1 The Serial Command Set

The serial command set can be divided into five groups: key press commands, reporting commands, the
RESETCONFIGURATION special function command, parameter setting commands, and transmit weight data
commands. When a serial command is processed, the Counterpart responds with the message OK. The OK response
verifies that the command was received and has been executed. If the command is unrecognized or cannot be
executed, the Counterpart responds with ??.
The following sections list the commands and command syntax used for each of these groups.
6.1.1 Key Press Commands
Key press serial commands simulate pressing the keys on the front panel of the indicator. These commands can be
used in both setup and normal (weighing) mode. Several of the commands serve as “pseudo” keys, providing
functions that are not represented by a key on the front panel.
For example, to enter a 15 lb tare weight:
1. Type K1 and press ENTER (or RETURN).
2. Type K5 and press ENTER.
3. Type KTARE and press ENTER.
Command Function
KMENU Press the MENU key.
KZERO In weighing mode, press the ZERO key.
KUNITS In weighing mode, press the UNITS key.
KPRINT In weighing mode, press the PRINT key.
KTARE Press the TARE key.
KID In weighing mode, press the ID key. In menu mode, move left in the menu. In data entry mode, move to
previous digit.
KGROSSNET In weighing mode, press the GROSS/NET key (pseudo key).
KGROSS Go to gross mode (pseudo key).
KNET Go to net mode (pseudo key).
KDISPACCUM Display ACCUM (pseudo key).
KDISPTARE Display tare (pseudo key).
KCLR Press the CLEAR key.
KCLRCN Reset consecutive number (pseudo key).
KCLRTAR Clear tare from system (pseudo key).
KLEFT In menu mode, move left in the menu.
KRIGHT In menu mode, move right in the menu.
KUP In weighing mode, press the UNDER key. In menu mode, move down in the menu. In data entry mode,
decrement the current digit.
KDOWN In weighing mode, press the UNDER key. In menu mode, move down in the menu. In data entry mode,
decrement the current digit.
KSAVE In menu mode, saves the current configuration.
KEXIT In menu mode, saves the current configuration then exits to normal mode.
K0–K9 Press number 0 (zero) through 9.
KDOT Press the decimal point (.)
Table 6-1. Serial Key Press Commands

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 Command Function
KENTER Press the ENTER key.
KLOCK Lock specified front panel key. For example, to lock the ZERO key, enter KLOCK = KZERO.
KUNLOCK Unlock specified front panel key. For example, to unlock the PRINT key, enter KUNLOCK = KPRINT.
KDATE Display date (pseudo key).
KTIME Display time (pseudo key).
KESCAPE Exits the selected parameter. Returns to weigh mode if a parameter is not selected (functions identical to the
MENU key in menu mode).
KSOFTx Press softkey number x
Table 6-1. Serial Key Press Commands

6.1.2 ID Commands
Up to 150 codes can be entered under ID commands.
Command Function
ID.CODE#n ID code
ID.DESC#n Item description
ID.LOCATION#n Item stock location
ID.LOT#n Lot number
ID.PARTNUMBER#n Part number
ID.QUANTITY#n Inventory quantity
ID.TARE#n Tare weight value
ID.UNITS#n Units for tare and unit weight values
ID.UNITWEIGHT#n Unit weight value
ID.CLRALL Clear all IDs from memory
Note: The ID.CLRALL command only works in setup mode
ID.CLEAR.INDEX#n Clear ID at index n from memory
ID.CLEAR.CODE#n Clear ID with code of n from memory
Table 6-2. ID Commands

6.1.3 Reporting Commands

Reporting commands send specific information to the serial port. The commands listed in Table 6-3 can be used in
all modes.
Command Function
DUMPALL List all parameter values, ID information and setpoint data
DUMPCONFIG List all parameter values excluding ID information and setpoint data
DUMPAUDIT List audit trail information
DUMPBUFFER Lists Weighvault buffer information
DUMPIDS List all ID information
DUMPID.INDEX List a specific ID by index. See Section 6.1.7 on page 78 for more information.
DUMPIDCODE List a specific ID by code. See Section 6.1.7 on page 78 for more information.
VERSION Write Counterpart software version
P Write current displayed weight with units identifier. See Section 9.2.1 on page 90.
XE Returns a 10-digit code representing any error conditions currently shown on the front panel.
ADCS Return number of A/Ds installed
Table 6-3. Reporting Commands

Note Transmit all configuration settings with the DUMPALL command.

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6.1.4 Clear and Reset Commands
The following commands can be used to clear and reset the Counterpart:
RS: Reset system. Resets the indicator without resetting the configuration.
RESETCONFIGURATION: Restores all configuration parameters to their default values (menu mode only). The
RESETCONFIGURATION function can also be initiated by pressing navigating to the DEFALT parameter under the
VERS menu and selecting YES. Then press ENTER to reset the indicator.

Note All load cell calibration settings are lost when the RESETCONFIGURATION command is run.

CLEARBUFFER: Clears the Weighvault data buffer.

6.1.5 Parameter Setting Commands

Parameter setting commands allow you to display or change the current value for a particular configuration
parameter.
Current configuration parameter settings can be displayed in all modes using the following syntax:
command<ENTER>
Most parameter values can be changed in menu mode only.
Use the following command syntax when changing parameter values: command=value<ENTER>, where value is either
a number or a parameter value. Use no spaces before or after the equal (=) sign. If you type an incorrect command,
the display reads ??.
For example, to set the motion band parameter to 5 divisions, type the following:
SC.MOTBAND=5<ENTER>
For parameters with selectable values, enter the command and equal sign followed by a question mark:
command=?<ENTER> to see a list of those values. The indicator must be in menu mode to use this function.
Some parameters are valid only if other parameters or parameter values are specified. Restrictions for front-
Note panel configuration also apply to serial command configuration.

Command Description Values

SC.GRADS#n Graduations 1–100000
SC.ZTRKBND#n Zero track band 0, 0–100
SC.ZRANGE#n Zero range 1.900000, 0–100
SC.MOTBAND#n Motion band 1, 0–100
SC.SSTIME#n Standstill time 1–65535
SC.OVRLOAD#n Overload FS+2%, FS+1D, FS+9D, FS
SC.DIGFLTR1#n Digital filtering 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256
SC.DIGFLTR2#n
SC.DIGFLTR3#n
SC.DFSENS#n Digital filter cutout sensitivity 2OUT, 4OUT, 8OUT, 16OUT, 32OUT,
64OUT, 128OUT
SC.DFTHRH#n Digital filter cutout threshold NONE, 2D, 5D, 10D, 20D, 50D, 100D,
200D, 250D
SC.THRESH#n Zero threshold 0–9999999
SC.SMPRAT#n Sample rate 30HZ, 60HZ, 120HZ, 240HZ, 480HZ,
960HZ
SC.PWRUPMD#n Power up mode GO, DELAY
SC.TAREFN#n Tare function BOTH, NOTARE, PBTARE, KEYED
SC.PRI.DECPNT#n Primary units decimal position 8.888888, 88.88888, 888.8888, 8888.888,
88888.88, 888888.8, 8888888, 8888880,
8888800
Table 6-4. Scales Serial Commands

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 Command Description Values
SC.PRI.DSPDIV#n Primary units display divisions 1D, 2D, 5D
SC.PRI.UNITS#n Primary units lb, kg, g, oz, OFF
SC.ACCUM#n Accumulator enable ON, OFF
SC.WZERO#n Zero calibration
SC.WVAL#n Test weight value test_weight_value
SC.WSPAN#n Span calibration
SC.WLIN.F1– Actual raw count value for linearization points 1–5 0–16777215
SC.WLIN.F5#n
SC.WLIN.V1 Test weight value for linearization points 1–5 0.000001–9999999
SC.WLIN.V5#n
SC.WLIN.C1– Calibrate linearization points 1–5
SC.WLIN.C5#n
SC.LC.CD#n Deadload coefficient
SC.LC.CW#n Span coefficient
SC.LC.CZ#n Temporary zero
SC.REZERO#n Rezero
SC.SEC#n Secondary units lb, kg, g, oz, OFF
SC.TER#n Tertiary units lb, kg, g, oz, OFF
SC.N#n Report scale number being verified in Weigh Mode
Table 6-4. Scales Serial Commands

Command Description Values

EDP.BAUD#p Port baud rate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 28800, 38400, 57600, 115200
EDP.BITS#p Port data bits/parity 8NONE, 7EVEN, 7ODD
EDP.STOPBITS#p Port stop bits 1, 2
EDP.PRNMSG#p Print message ON, OFF
EDP.ECHO#p Port echo ON, OFF
EDP.EOLDLY#p Port end-of-line delay 0–255 (0.1-second intervals)
EDP.HEADERS#p Port header ON, OFF
EDP.INPUT#p Port input PORT 1 - CMD, SCANNER, SCALE, IND SC
PORT 2 - CMD, SCANNER
PORT 3 - CMD, SCANNER, KEYBOARD
EDP.PORT Port reporting command. It responds to the port you are connected to.
EDP.RESPONSE#p Port response ON, OFF
EDP.SOURCE#p Port source 1, 2, 3
EDP.STREAM#p Port stream OFF, LFT, INDUST
EDP.TERMIN#p Port termination CR/LF, CR
Table 6-5. Serial Port Serial Commands

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 Command Description Values
STR.POS#p Custom stream identifiers None, Space, +
STR.NEG#p None, Space, -
STR.PRI#p 8 alphanumeric characters
STR.SEC#p
STR.TER#p
STR.GROSS#p
STR.NET#p
STR.TARE#p
STR.MOTION#p 2 alphanumeric characters
STR.RANGE#p
STR.OK#p
STR.INVALID#p
STR.ZERO#p
OPTCARD Option cards NONE, FIBER, ETHERNET, WI-PORT, RESERVED, USB, RS232-422,
KEYBOARD
Table 6-5. Serial Port Serial Commands

Command Description Values

CFGPWD Configuration password 0, 1–9999999
CONSNUM Consecutive numbering 0–9999999
CONSTUP Consecutive number start-up value 0–9999999
DATEFMT Date format MMDDYYYY, DDMMYYYY, YYYYMMDD, YYYYDDMM
DATESEP Date separator SLASH, DASH, SEMI
DECFMT Decimal format DOT, COMMA
DSPBRIGHT Sets display intensity 0 (dimmest), through 100 (brightest as a percentage)
KYBDLK Keyboard lock (disable keypad) OFF, ON
REG.AGENCY Regulatory compliance NONE, OIML, NTEP, CANADA, INDUST
REGULAT=NTEP Regulatory compliance NONE, OIML, NTEP, CANADA, INDUST
REG.CTARE Allow clear keyed tare NO, YES
REG.WORD Weighing mode Gross, Brutto
REG.KTARE Always allow keyed tare NO, YES
REG.MTARE Multiple tare action REPLACE, REMOVE, NOTHING
REG.NTARE Allow negative tare NO, YES
REG.ZTARE Remove tare on ZERO NO, YES
REG.BASE Zero base for overload calculation CALIB, SCALE
REG.PRTMOT Allow print while in motion NO, YES
REG.PRINTPT Add PT to keyed tare print NO, YES
REG.SNPSHOT Display or Scale weight source DISPLAY, SCALE
TIMEFMT Time format 12HOUR, 24HOUR
TIMESEP Time separator COLON, COMMA
SK#1 - SK#12 Softkey Assignment BLANK, TIMEDATE, CLRTAR, DSPTAR, DSPACC, SCLSEL,
CODE, LOT, PRINTLOT, SWAPDSP, IN, OUT, CLRCN,
TOTAL+, TOTAL-, CLRTTL, UWUPDT, TAREUPDT, SETPT,
BATSTRT, BATSTOP, BATPAUSE, BATRST
Table 6-6. Feature Serial Commands

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 Command Description Values
GFMT.FMT Gross print format string See Section 7.0 on page 79 for information about demand print
NFMT.FMT Net print format string format strings.
ACC.FMT Accumulator print format string
CFMT.FMT Count print format string
TOTAL.FMT Total print format string
SPFMT.FMT Setpoint print format string
HDRFMT1 Header 1 print format string
PALFMT.FMT Pallet print format string
HDRFMT2 Header 2 print format string
Table 6-7. PFORMT Serial Commands

Command Description Values

DIO#b Digital I/O function OFF, ZERO, NT/GRS, TARE, UNITS, PRINT, CLEAR, CLRCN, GROSS,
DSPACC, SAMPLE, SFTKEY 1, SFTKEY 2, SFTKEY 3, SFTKEY 4, OUTPUT
Digital inputs and outputs are specified by bit number
Table 6-8. DIG I/O Serial Commands

Command Description Values

GFMT.PORT Set the transmit port for each of these formats PORT 1
NFMT.PORT PORT 2
PORT 3
ACC.PORT
CFMT.PORT
TOTAL.PORT
PALFMT.PORT
SPFMT.PORT
Table 6-9. Print Format Port Serial Commands

Command Description Values

KEYLCK. NUMBER Keys can be locked or unlocked.  LOCK
KEYLCK.PRINT Default for all: Unlock UNLOCK
KEYLCK.TARE
KEYLCK.ZERO
KEYLCK.SAMPLE
KEYLCK.GROSSNET
KEYLCK.UNITWT
Table 6-10. Keylock Serial Commands

Command Description Values

ETH.DEFAULTGATEWAY Sets IP address 0.0.0.0
ETH.DHCP DHCP ON, OFF
ETH.DNSPRIMARY DNS Primary 0.0.0.0
ETH.DNSSECONDARY DNS Secondary 0.0.0.0
ETH.IPADDRESS IP Address 192.168.0.1
ETH.LOCALHOSTNAME Local Host Name COUNTERPART
Table 6-11. Ethernet Serial Commands

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 Command Description Values
ETH.MACADDRESS Mac Address 00-00-00-00-00-00
ETH.NETMASK Netmask 0.0.0.0
ETH.PORT Port 10001
ETH.REMOTESERVERIP Remote server IP 0.0.0.0
ETH.REMOTESERVERPORT Remote server port 5466
ETH.WEIGHVAULT WeighVault OFF, ONBOARD, EXTERNAL
ETH.ECHO Echo EDP commands ON, OFF
Table 6-11. Ethernet Serial Commands

6.1.6 Normal Mode Commands

The normal mode print commands transmit data to the serial port on demand in either setup or normal mode.
Command Description Values
CONSNUM#n Set consecutive number nnnnnnn
UID Set unit ID UID=nnnnnnn
SX#n Start serial port streaming OK or ??
EX#n Stop serial port streaming An EX command sent while in menu mode does not take effect until the
indicator is returned to normal mode.
The EDP.Stream must be set to LFT or INDUST for this command to work.
XG#n Transmit gross weight in displayed units nnnnnn UU
XN#n Transmit net weight in displayed units where nnnnnn is the weight value, UU is the units.
NOTE: You can also send XGP, XGS, XGT, XTP, etc. to specify primary,
XT#n Transmit tare weight in displayed units
secondary or tertiary (P.S.T.).
XA#n Transmit accumulator value
RS Reset system Soft reset. Used to reset the indicator without resetting the configuration to the
factory defaults.
SD Set date SD=MMDDYY, DDMMYY, YYMMDD, or YYDDMM. Enter six-digit date using
the year-month-day order specified for the DATEFMT parameter, using only the
last two digits of the year.
ST Set time ST=hhmm (enter using 24-hour format)
KSOFT1-4 Command to perform function assigned n/a
to softkey.
PIECES#n Transmits data from the scale n/a

Table 6-12. Normal Mode Serial Commands

6.1.7 Unique Commands

Command Description
DUMPID.INDEX=n To dump an ID by register
DUMPID.CODE=n To dump an ID by code
KDISPMODE Set or request the current display mode. KDISP = COUNT. Will switch to that mode. This only temporarily switches
display. Default is set by dispmode parameter.
Other choices include:
COUNT
WEIGHT
UNIT WEIGHT

Table 6-13. Unique Commands

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7.0 Print Formatting
The Counterpart provides nine print formats, GFMT, NFMT, TOTALFMT, PALFMT, CFMT, ACCFMT, SPFMT, HDRFMT1,
and HDRFMT2. These determine the format of the printed output when the PRINT key is pressed or when a KPRINT
EDP command is received. The HDRFMTs must be called from another format. The SPFMT (setpoint print format)
is printed from a setpoint routine.
Each print format can be customized to include up to 500 characters of information, two header formats are limited
to 100 characters each), such as company names and addresses, on printed tickets. You can use the indicator front
panel (PFORMT menu), EDP commands, or the Revolution® configuration utility to customize the print formats.
Print formats are limited to 500 characters. The two header formats are limited to 100 characters
Note
each.

7.1 Print Formatting Commands

Table 7-1 on page 80 lists commands you can use to format the gross, net and count print formats. Commands
included in the format strings must be enclosed between < and > delimiters. Any characters outside of the
delimiters are printed as text on the ticket.

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 Command Description Supported Ticket Formats
<G> Gross weight, current scale GFMT, NFMT, TOTALFMT,
<G#n> Gross weight, scale n PALFMT, CFMT, ACCFMT
HDRFMT1, HDRFMT2
<N> Net weight current scale
<N#n> Net weight, scale n
<T> Tare weight in displayed units. Add four before bracket to print header
<T#n> Tare weight, scale n
<A> Accumulated weight, current scale
<A#n> Accumulated weight, scale n
<AC> Number of accumulations, current scale (5-digit counter)
<AC#n> Number of accumulations, scale n
<AD> Date of last accumulation, current scale
<AD#n> Date of last accumulation, scale n
<AT> Time of last accumulation, current scale
<AT#n> Time of last accumulation, scale n
<UID> Unit ID number
<CN> Consecutive number
<C> Piece count, current scale
<C#n> Piece count, scale n
<NLnn> New line (nn = number of termination (<CR/LF> or <CR>) characters)*
<SPnn> Space (nn = number of spaces)*
<SU> or <WA> Surpress unis. Toggle weight data format (formatted/unformatted)**
<TI> Time
<nnn> ASCII character (nnn=decimal value of ASCII character). Used for
inserting control characters (STX, for example) in the print stream.
<DA> Date
<TD> Time & Date
<H1> Header 1
<H2> Header 2
<IDC> Loaded ID Code - 32 characters maximum
<IDD> Loaded ID Description - 32 characters maximum
<IDLC> Loaded ID Location - 12 characters maximum
<IDP> Loaded ID Part Number - 32 characters maximum
<IDLT> Loaded ID Lot - 32 characters maximum
<IDU> Loaded ID Units - 1 character maximum
<IDT> Loaded ID Tare - 9 characters maximum (range 0.0 to 9999999.0)
<IDW> Loaded ID Unit Weight - 9 characters maximum (range 0.0 to
9999999.0)
<IDQ> Loaded ID Quantity - 11 characters maximum (range -2000000000 to
2000000000)
<TTLV> Totalization Value - 11 character maximum (range -2000000000 to
2000000000). When not in totalization mode, the value will be 0.
<TTLC> Totalization Count - 4 characters maximum. When not in totalization
mode, the value will be 0.
<TTLW> Print totalized weight. When not in totalization mode, the value will be 0.
<WA> Suppresses all (units, decimal, leading, spaces)
<WLU> Supress units
<WU> Supress leading spaces
Table 7-1. Print Format Commands

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 Command Description Supported Ticket Formats
<WL> Suppress units. Toggle weight data format (formatted/unformatted)** GFMT, NFMT, TOTALFMT,
<SU> or <WA> Supress units and lead spaces PALFMT, CFMT, ACCFMT
HDRFMT1, HDRFMT2
<U> Outputs K (kg) or L (lb) or O (oz).
<SCV> Setpoint captured weight value SPFMT
<SN> Setpoint weight number
<STV> Setpoint target weightvalue
<SPV> Setpoint preact weight value
<SPM> Setpoint weight mode
<SCVC> Setpoint captured count value
<STVC> Setpoint target count value
<SPVC> Setpoing preact count value
Gross, net, and tare weights are 8 digits in length, including sign and decimal point, followed by a space and a one- to five-digit
units identifier. Total field length with units identifier is 10-14 characters. Depending on what units are configured, the units
identifier will be lb, oz, g, or kg.
Gross, net, tare, and accumulator weights can be printed in any configured weight units by adding the following modifiers to the
gross, net, tare, and accumulator weight commands: /P (primary units), /D (displayed units), /S (secondary units), /T (tertiary
units). If not specified, the current displayed units (/D) is assumed. Example: To format a ticket to show net weight in secondary
units, use the following command: <N/S>.
UNIT ID and consecutive number (CN) fields are 1–6 characters in length, as required.
* If nn is not specified, 1 is assumed. Value must be in the range 1–99.
** After receiving an WA command, the indicator sends unformatted data until the next WA command is received. Unformatted
data omits decimal points, leading and trailing characters.
Table 7-1. Print Format Commands

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 Format Default Format String Used When
NFMT N<NL>A30,75,0,4,1,1,N,"Gross: Normal mode, tare in
<G>"<NL>B30,115,0,3,2,4,101,B,"<G>"<NL>A30,300,0,4,1,1,N, system
"Tare: <T>"<NL>B30,340,0,3,2,4,101,B,"<T>"<NL>A30,525,0,4,1,1,N,
"Net: <N>"<NL>B30,565,0,3,2,4,101,B,"<N>"<NL>A30,806,0,3,1,1,N,"<TD>"<NL>
P1<NL>
PALFMT N<NL>A416,25,1,4,1,1,N,"ID CODE: When Print Pallet
<IDC>"<NL>B378,25,1,3,2,4,51,N,"3<IDC>"<NL>A296,28,1,4,1,1,N,"Total QTY: softkey is pressed
<C>"<NL>B264,22,1,3,2,4,51,N,"<C>"<NL>
A179,25,1,4,1,1,N,"Part Name: <IDD>"<NL>A126,25,1,4,1,1,N,"Part Number:
<IDP>"<NL>A73,25,1,4,1,1,N,"Lot Number: <IDLT>"<NL>P1<NL>
CFMT N<NL>B371,20,1,3,2,4,51,N,"3<IDC>"<NL>A410,20,1,4,1,1,N,"ID. CODE: Count mode
<IDC>"<NL>A302,22,1,4,1,1,N,"QTY:
<C>"<NL>B264,20,1,3,2,4,51,N,"<C>"<NL>A280,400,1,4,1,1,N,"GROSS
<G>"<NL>
A225,400,1,4,1,1,N,"TARE
<T>"<NL>B189,355,1,3,2,4,51,N,"4<T>"<NL>A120,400,1,4,1,1,N,"NET
<N>"<NL>A195,24,1,4,1,1,N,"WT/K OR U
W"<NL>B124,20,1,3,2,4,51,N,"1<IDW>"<NL>
A47,16,1,4,1,1,N,"<TD>"<NL>A160,24,1,4,1,1,N,"<IDW>"<NL>P1<NL>
GFMT N<NL>A376,47,1,4,4,3,N”G<G>”<NL>B233,73,1,3,2,4,101,B”<G>”<NL>A73,77,1, Normal mode, no tare in
4,1,1,N”<TD>”<NL>P1<NL> system
TOTAL N<NL>A410,32,1,5,2,1,N,"<TOTAL Totalization mode
QUANTITY>"<NL>A57,532,1,3,1,1,N,"<TD>"<NL>A309,39,1,5,2,1,N,"<TTLV>"<NL
>B195,32,1,3,2,4,101,N,"<TV>"<NL>
A61,32,1,5,1,1,N,"BOX COUNT: <TTLC>"<NL>P1<NL>
SPFMT N<NL>A274,53,1,2,3,3,N,”<IDD>”<NL>B421,55,1,3,1,2,96,B,”<IDC>”<NL>A96,49, Setpoint mode
1,1,4,4,N,”QTY<SCVC>”<NL>P1<NL>
ACCFMT N<NL>A410,32,1,5,2,1,N,"TOTAL Accumulator enabled
QUANTITY"<NL>A57,532,1,3,1,1,N,"<TD>"<NL>A309,39,1,5,2,1,N,"<A>"<NL>B19 and displayed
5,32,1,3,2,4,101,N,"<AC>"<NL>
A61,32,1,5,1,1,N,"ACCUMULATIONS: <AC>"<NL>P1<NL>
Table 7-2. Default Print Formats
The 500-character limit of each print format string includes the output field length of the print formatting
Note commands, not the command length. For example, if the indicator is configured to show a decimal point, the
<G> command generates an output field of 13 characters: the 10-character weight value (including decimal
point), one space, and a two-digit units identifier. The two header formats as limited to 100 characters each.
The default Counterpart print formats are shown in Table 7-2 and Table 7-3:
Format Default Format String Sample Output
H1 Company Name <NL> Street Address <NL> City, ST ZIP <NL2> Company Name, Street Address, City, ST ZIP
H2 Company Name <NL> Street Address <NL> City, ST ZIP <NL2> Company Name, Street Address, City, ST ZIP
Table 7-3. H1, H2 Formats

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7.2 Customizing Print Formats
The following sections describe procedures for customizing the GFMT, NFMT and CFMT formats using the EDP
port, the front panel (PFORMT menu), and the Revolution® configuration utility.
7.2.1 Using the EDP Port
With a personal computer, terminal, you can use the EDP command set to customize the print format strings.
To view the current setting of a format string, type the name of the string (GFMT.FMT or NFMT.FMT) and press TARE
(Enter). For example, to check the current configuration of the GFMT.FMT format, type GFMT.FMT and press ENTER.
The indicator responds by sending the current configuration for the gross format:
GFMT.FMT=<G> GROSS<NL>
To change the format, use the GFMT.FMT or NFMT EDP command followed by an equals sign (=) and the modified
print format string. For example, to add the name and address of a company to the gross format, you could send the
following EDP command:

Note Indicator must be placed in the configuration mode with CONFIG shown on the display.

GFMT.FMT=FINE TRANSFER CO<NL>32400 WEST HIGHWAY ROAD<NL>SMALLTOWN<NL2><G> GROSS<NL>

A ticket printed using this format might look like the following:
FINE TRANSFER CO
32400 WEST HIGHWAY ROAD
SMALLTOWN

1345 lb GROSS

7.2.2 Using the Front Panel

If you have no access to equipment for communication through the EDP port or are working at a site where such
equipment cannot be used, you can use the PFORMT menu (see Figure 7-1) to customize the print formats.

PFORMT

GFMT NFMT CFMT PALFMT ACCFMT TOTALFMT

FMT PORT SAME AS GFMT

<x><x> PORT 1

Press to scroll right in formatting string

Press to scroll left in formatting string SPFMT HDRFMT1 HDRFMT2

Press INSERT to enter a space before the active character

Press CLR to delete the character to the left <x><x> <x><x> <x><x>
NOTE: To change the active character,
use the alpha keypad to enter the new
value.
Figure 7-1. PFORMT Menu, Showing Alphanumeric Character Entry Procedure

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7.2.3 Using Revolution®
The Revolution configuration utility provides a print formatting grid with a tool bar. The grid allows you to
construct the print format without the formatting commands (<NL> and <SP>) required by the front panel or EDP
command methods. Using Revolution, you can type text directly into the grid, then select weight value fields from
the tool bar and place them where you want them to appear on the printed ticket.
Figure 7-2 shows an example of the Revolution print formatting grid.

Figure 7-2. Revolution Print Format Grid

7.2.4 Print Label Examples

Listed below are print formatting examples (using the default formats) that appear with the various formats.

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Count Format

Figure 7-3. Count Format Label Example

Pallet Label Format

Figure 7-4. Pallet Format Label Example

Gross Label Format

Figure 7-5. Gross Label Format

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Setpoint Format

Figure 7-6. Setpoint Label Format

Total Label Format

Figure 7-7. Total Format Label Example

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Gross/Tare/Net Label Format

Figure 7-8. Gross/Tare/Net Label Format

Accum Label Format

Figure 7-9. Accum Label Format

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8.0 WLAN Installation Instructions
Before installing this option, contact your IT administrator to obtain network communication protocol codes
Note and have a RS-232 communications cable or regular comm port cable available to run between your PC and
the indicator while installing and setting up the wireless network.
The optional Lantronix® WiPort™ (WLAN — Wireless Local Area Network) wireless networking device can be
installed inside the Counterpart for real-time data transmission to warehouse management systems. The
Windows®-based configuration software, DeviceInstaller™ is required for installation and setup and is available on
the CD that comes with the kit. The WLAN option can be factory installed or can be purchased separately and
installed on site.
The wireless LAN option comes in a kit containing the following items:
• Pluggable wireless board (PN 125787)
• Antenna (PN 98357)
• Standoffs (PN 95356)
• CD containing Lantronix information (PN 72763)

Figure 8-1. WLAN Board

8.1 Enclosure Disassembly

The indicator enclosure must be opened to install the WLAN option card and antenna and to connect cables for the
installed option card.

WARNING Before opening the unit, be sure the power cord is disconnected from the power outlet.

1. Disconnect power to the indicator.

2. Place the indicator face-down on an antistatic work mat.
3. Remove the screws that hold the backplate to the enclosure body and then lift the backplate away from the
enclosure and set it aside.

8.2 WLAN Card Installation

1. Refer to CW-90/90X, 720i, 820i, iQUBE2, LaserLT WLAN Installation Instructions PN 108680 included
with the WLAN option card for installation and configuration instructions.
2. This card assumes serial port 2 — the port 2 terminal on the Counterpart CPU board should not be
connected to any other device.

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9.0 Appendix

9.1 Error Messages

If an error code appears on the display, use the information in Table 9-1 as a troubleshooting guide. If you cannot
clear the error, call RLWS Service for assistance.
Error Display Description Solution

- - - - - -
Over range • Check load cell wiring, including sense jumpers.
• Check configuration, including number of grads,
channel selection, display divisions.
Under range • Check calibration, including W ZERO and
WSPAN values.
- - - - - - • Under range can be caused by OIML setting and
weight less than -20 display divisions.

- - - - - - A/D out of range • Check for scale binding or damage.

- - - - - - • Check for proper excitation voltage.
• Call RLWS Service for assistance.
CHKERR - BATTERY BACK LOST Battery Error Press ENTER after replacing the battery to restore
defaults to battery backed storage.
ERROR Internal program error Check configuration. Run XE command (see
Section 9.2 on page 90) to determine error type. Call
RLWS Service if unable to clear error by cycling
power or if error reoccurs.
HWFERR Hardware error Reboot the unit. Call RLWS Service if unable to clear
error by cycling power or if error reoccurs.
INVALID UNITS ID uses unassigned units Modify the ID to use a configured unit.
NOTARE Tare is prevented Change regulatory mode settings or the TAREFN
parameter.
OVERFL Overflow error Weight value too large to be displayed.
RANGE GRADS > 100,000 Only shows up in Config mode.
WVAL > 100,000
EEPERR EEPROM error Call Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) for service
VERSION UPDATED Core has been updated or memory Press the ENTER key. If the message persists, call
has been corrupted. RLWS for service.
Table 9-1. Counterpart Error Messages

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9.2 Using the XE and XEH EDP Commands
The XE and XEH EDP commands can be used to remotely query the Counterpart for the error conditions shown
on the front panel. The XE command returns a 5-digit number in the format:
xxxxx
where xxxxx
contains a decimal representation of any existing error conditions as described in Table 9-2.
The XEH command returns a value in the format:
0xnnnnnnnn
where nnnnnnnn contains a hexadecimal representation of any existing conditions as described in Table 9-2.
If more than one error condition exists, the number returned is the sum of the values representing the error
conditions. For example, if the XE command returns the number 1040, this value represents the sum of an A/D
reference error (1024) and an A/D calibration checksum error (16).

XE Error Code (decimal) Description XEH Error Code (hexadecimal)

1 VIRGERR 0x00000001
2 PARMCHKERR 0x00000002
4 LOADCHKERR 0x00000004
8 PRINTCHKERR 0x00000008
16 ENVRAMERR 0x00000010
32 ENVCRCERR 0x00000020
64 BATTERYERR 0x00000040
32768 GRAVERR 0x00008000
65536 ADPHYSICALERR 0x00010000
131072 TAREERR 0x00020000
262144 EACCOVER 0x00040000
524288 STRINGERR 0x00080000
1048576 RESERVED_PF 0x00100000
2097152 RTCERR 0x00200000
4194304 MISSINGHWERR 0x00400000
8388608 CFGCONFLICTERR 0x00800000
16777216 UNRECOVERABLEERR 0x01000000
0x10000 - 0x80000000 Reserved
Table 9-2. Error Codes Returned on XE Command

9.2.1 Using the P EDP Command

The P EDP command returns the current displayed weight value to the EDP port.

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9.3 Continuous Output (Stream) Format
Figure 9-1 shows the default continuous output format sent to a Counterpart port when that port’s STREAM
parameter (SERIAL menu) is set to LFT.

<STX> <C> <CR> <LF>

ASCII 02 <CR> <LF>

(decimal) or <CR>
ASCII 13, 10
(decimal)
Count Data:
6 Characters

Figure 9-1. Continuous Output Data Format

9.4 Demand Output Serial Data Format

When demand mode is configured for the serial port (STREAM parameter set to OFF), the Counterpart uses a data
string formatted for a basic ticket printout. The particular ticket format printed depends on the indicator
configuration.
You can customize the ticket to work with a wide variety of printers, scoreboard displays, and other remote
equipment. See Section 7.0 on page 79 for more information on custom print formats.

9.5 Custom Stream Formatting

Each port can be independently configured to stream a default frame format or can be customized to stream a user-
defined format. Custom formatting is very similar to the standard print formatting described in Section 7.0 on
page 79. Table 9-3 lists the format identifiers used to configure a custom stream format.
Format Identifier Defined By Description
<P[G | N | T]> STR.POS#n Polarity. Specifies positive or negative polarity for the current or
STR.NEG#n specified (Gross/Net/Tare) weight on the source scale. Possible
values are SPACE, NONE, + (for STR.POS), or – (for STR.NEG)
<CU> STR.PRI#n Units. Specifies primary, secondary, or tertiary units for the current or
STR.SEC#n specified weight on the source scale.
STR.TER#n
<U[P | S | T]> Dynamic =L if Units = LB
=K if Units = KG
=G if Units = G
=O if Units = OZ
<M[G | N | T]> STR.GROSS#n Mode. Specifies gross, net, or tare weight for the current or
STR.NET#n specified weight on the source scale.
STR.TARE#n
<S> STR.MOTION#n Status for the source scale. Default values and meanings for each
STR.RANGE#n status:
STR.OK#n STR.MOTIONMIn motion
STR.INVALI#n STR.RANGEOOut of range
STR.OK<space>OK
STR.INVALIDIInvalid
<C> - Piece count for the currently viewed scale
<B [–]n,…> See descriptions below Bit fields. Comma-separated sequence of bit field specifiers. Must
be exactly 8 bits. Minus sign (–) inverts the bit.
B0 Always 0
B1 Always 1
Table 9-3. Custom Stream Formatting

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 Format Identifier Defined By Description
B2 Configuration =1 if even parity
B3 Dynamic =1 if MODE=NET
B4 Dynamic =1 if COZ
B5 Dynamic =1 if standstill
B6 Dynamic =1 if gross negative
B7 Dynamic =1 if out of range
B8 Dynamic =1 if secondary/tertiary
B9 Dynamic =1 if tare in system
B10 Dynamic =1 if tare is keyed
B11 Dynamic =00 if MODE = GROSS
=01 if MODE = NET
=10 if MODE = TARE
=11 (not used)
B12 Dynamic =00 if UNITS = PRIMARY
=01 if UNITS = SECONDARY
=10 if UNITS = TERTIARY
=11 (not used)
B13 Configuration =00 (not used)
=01 if current DSPDIV = 1
=10 if current DSPDIV = 2
=11 if current DSPDIV = 5
B14 Configuration =00 (not used)
=01 if primary DSPDIV = 1
=10 if primary DSPDIV = 2
=11 if primary DSPDIV = 5
B15 Configuration =00 (not used)
=01 if secondary DSPDIV = 1
=10 if secondary DSPDIV = 2
=11 if secondary DSPDIV = 5
B16 Configuration =00 (not used)
=01 if tertiary DSPDIV = 1
=10 if tertiary DSPDIV = 2
=11 if tertiary DSPDIV = 5
B17 Configuration =000 if current DECPNT = 8888800
=001 if current DECPNT = 8888880
=010 if current DECPNT = 8888888
=011 if current DECPNT = 888888.8
=100 if current DECPNT = 88888.88
=101 if current DECPNT = 8888.888
=110 if current DECPNT = 888.8888
=111 if current DECPNT = 88.88888
B18 Configuration =000 if primary DECPNT = 8888800
=001 if primary DECPNT = 8888880
=010 if primary DECPNT = 8888888
=011 if primary DECPNT = 888888.8
=100 if primary DECPNT = 88888.88
=101 if primary DECPNT = 8888.888
=110 if primary DECPNT = 888.8888
=111 if primary DECPNT = 88.88888
Table 9-3. Custom Stream Formatting

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 Format Identifier Defined By Description
B19 Configuration =000 if secondary DECPNT = 8888800
=001 if secondary DECPNT = 8888880
=010 if secondary DECPNT = 8888888
=011 if secondary DECPNT = 888888.8
=100 if secondary DECPNT = 88888.88
=101 if secondary DECPNT = 8888.888
=110 if secondary DECPNT = 888.8888
=111 if secondary DECPNT = 88.88888
B20 Configuration =000 if tertiary DECPNT = 8888800
=001 if tertiary DECPNT = 8888880
=010 if tertiary DECPNT = 8888888
=011 if tertiary DECPNT = 888888.8
=100 if tertiary DECPNT = 88888.88
=101 if tertiary DECPNT = 8888.888
=110 if tertiary DECPNT = 888.8888
=111 if tertiary DECPNT = 88.88888
<wspec [–] [0] digit[[.]digit]> Scale weight Weight for the source scale. wspec is defined as follows:
wspec Indicates whether the weight is the current displayed weight
(W, w), gross (G, g), net (N, n), or tare (T, t) weight. Upper-case
letters specify right-justified weights; lower-case are left-justified.
Optional /P, /S, or /T suffixes can be added before the ending
delimiter (>) to specify weight display in primary (/P), secondary (/
S), or tertiary (/T) units.
[–] Enter a minus sign (–) to include sign for negative values.
[0] Enter a zero (0) to display leading zeroes.
digit[[.][.]digit]
The first digit indicates the field width in characters. Decimal point
only indicates floating decimal; decimal point with following digit
indicates fixed decimal with n digits to the right of the decimal.
Two consecutive decimals send the decimal point even if it falls at
the end of the transmitted weight field.
<CR> Carriage return
<LF> Line feed
Table 9-3. Custom Stream Formatting

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9.6 Digital Filtering
The Counterpart uses averaged digital filtering to reduce the effect of vibration on weight readings. Adjustable
threshold and sensitivity functions allow quick settling by suspending filter averaging, allowing the weight reading
to jump to the new value. Figure 9-2 shows the digital filter parameters on the CONFIG menu.

DFLTR1 DFLTR2 DFLTR3 DFSENS DFTHRH

4 4 4 2OUT NONE

8 8 8 4OUT 2D

16 16 16 8OUT 5D

32 32 32 16OUT 10D

64 64 64 32OUT 20D

128 128 128 64OUT 50D

256 256 256 128OUT 100D

1 1 1 200D

2 2 2 250D
Figure 9-2. Digital Filtering Parameters on the Configuration (CONFIG) Menu

DIGFL1= n1 DIGFL2= n2 DIGFL3= n3

n2 n3
n1
1st Stage 2nd Stage
A/D Readings
Filter Averages Filter Averages

1st Stage 2nd Stage 3rd Stage Displayed

Filter Averages Filter Averages Filter Averages Value

Figure 9-3. Flow Diagram for Counterpart Digital Filters

9.6.1 DIGFLx Parameters

The first three digital filtering parameters, DFLTR1, DFLTRL2, and DFLTR3, are configurable filter stages that
control the effect of a single A/D reading on the displayed weight. The value assigned to each parameter sets the
number of readings received from the preceding filter stage before averaging (see Figure 9-3).
The overall filtering effect can be expressed by adding the values assigned to the three filter stages:
DFLTR1 + DFLTR2 + DFLTR3
For example, if the filters are configured as DFLTR1=4, DFLTR2=8, DFLTR3=8, the overall filtering effect is 20
(4 + 8 + 8). With this configuration, each A/D reading has a 1-in-20 effect on the displayed weight value. Setting
the filters to 1 effectively disables digital filtering.
9.6.2 DFSENS and DFTHRH Parameters
The three digital filters can be used by themselves to eliminate vibration effects, but heavy filtering also increases
settling time. The DFSENS (digital filter sensitivity) and DFTHRH (digital filter threshold) parameters can be used
to temporarily override filter averaging and improve settling time:
• DFSENS specifies the number of consecutive scale readings that must fall outside the filter threshold
(DFTHRH) before digital filtering is suspended.
• DFTHRH sets a threshold value, in display divisions. When a specified number of consecutive scale
readings (DFSENS) fall outside of this threshold, digital filtering is suspended. Set DFTHRH to NONE to
turn off the filter override.

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9.6.3 Setting the Digital Filter Parameters
Fine-tuning the digital filter parameters greatly improves indicator performance in heavy-vibration environments.
Use the following procedure to determine vibration effects on the scale and optimize the digital filtering
configuration.
1. In menu mode, set all three digital filters (DFLTR1, DFLTRL2, DFLTR3) to 1. Set DFTHRH to NONE.
Return indicator to normal mode.
2. Remove all weight from the scale, then watch the indicator display to determine the magnitude of vibration
effects on the scale. Record the weight below which all but a few readings fall. This value is used to
calculate the DFTHRH parameter value in Step 4.
For example, if a heavy-capacity scale produces vibration-related readings of up to 50 lb, with occasional
spikes to 75 lb, record 50 lb as the threshold weight value.
3. Place the indicator in menu mode and set the digital filters (DFLTRx) to eliminate the vibration effects on
the scale. (Leave DFTHRH set to NONE.) Reconfigure as necessary to find the lowest effective values for
the DFLTRx parameters.
4. With optimum values assigned to the DFLTRx parameters, calculate the DFTHRH parameter value by
converting the weight value recorded in Step 2 to display divisions:
threshold_weight_value / DSPDIV
In the example in Step 2, with a threshold weight value of 50 lb and a display division value of 5lb: 
50 / 5lb = 10DD. DFTHRH should be set to 10DD for this example.
5. Finally, set the DFSENS parameter high enough to ignore transient peaks. Longer transients (typically
caused by lower vibration frequencies) will cause more consecutive out-of-band readings, so DFSENS
should be set higher to counter low frequency transients.
Reconfigure as necessary to find the lowest effective value for the DFSENS parameter.
9.6.4 Audit Trail Support
Audit trail support provides tracking information for configuration and calibration events. To prevent potential
misuse, all configuration and calibration changes are counted as change events.
Use the Audit menu or Revolution to display audit trail information. This includes the legally relevant (LR) version
number (software version for the code that provides audit trail information), a calibration count and a configuration
count.
Audit trail information can be printed from Revolution or by sending the DUMPAUDIT serial command.

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9.7 USB Keyboard Interface
The USB interface option board provides a type-A connection for a USB keyboard interface. To use the keyboard
interface, set the serial input function for Port 3 (found under the SERIAL menu — see Figure 3-22 on page 51) to
KEYBOARD.
Table 9-4 summarizes the Counterpart specific functions provided by the keyboard interface, most other
alphanumeric and navigational keys provide functions equivalent to those typical for PC operation. Menu
parameters and serial commands that affect the indicator keypad operation (including KBDLCK, ZERONLY, and
KLOCK serial commands also affect the remote keyboard.
Key Function
F1 Softkey 1
F2 Softkey 2
F3 Softkey 3
F4 Softkey 4
F5 Unit Weight key
F6 (Alt + z) ZERO key
F7 (Alt + g) GROSS/NET key
F8 (Alt + t) TARE key
F9 (Alt + u) UNITS key
F10 (Alt + p) PRINT key
F11 Not used
F12 MENU key
Print Screen PRINT key
Table 9-4. USB Keyboard Functions

Note

• The keyboard interface is hot-pluggable.

• Caps lock is functional (off at indicator power up).
• Num lock is on and cannot be turned off.
• Scroll lock is not supported.
• Other USB devices are not supported.

9.8 Serial Scale Interface

Serial port 1 can be configured for serial scale input. The serial scale function allows other scale indicators to send
gross, or net weight data to Counterpart. Once the serial port has been configured to accept scale data, the data
format can be customized to match the data stream sent by that indicator. See Figure 3-22 on page 51 for setup
information.
To set up and configure a serial scale:
1. Under the SERIAL menu, select Port 1 and scroll over to IND SC (industrial serial scale) or SCALE
(Legal-for-Trade), depending on what is required. This enables Scale 3. For operation with the counting
functions, set type to IND SC.
2. Match the baud rates (9600), data bits and parity, and stop bits. This becomes SCALE 3.
3. Set the format under the SFMT parameter to match the format sent by the serial scale.
An example of the default serial scale format is:
<STX><P><W7><U><M><S><CR>

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 Where:
<STX> STX character
<P> Polarity
<W7> Seven characters of net data with decimal pt
<U> Units
<M> Mode
<S> Status
<CR> Carriage return
Note that industrial serial scales (IND SC) do not require the <M>, <U> and <S> identifiers. However, the units
and number of decimal places must be specified. Units can be selected from the FORMAT menu; decimal places
should be indicated with a w-spec identifier. For example, a seven-digit weight reading requiring two decimal
places should be specified as <W7.2> rather than <W7>.
To change or match formats, use the same path to change formats.

9.9 Regulatory Mode Functions

The function of the front panel TARE and ZERO keys depends on the value specified for the REGULAT parameter
on the FEATURE menu. Table 9-5 describes the function of these keys for the NTEP, CANADA, OIML, and
NONE regulatory modes. TARE and ZERO key functions are configurable when the REGULAT mode is set to
INDUST (see Table 9-6 on page 97).
Front Panel Key Function
REGULAT
Parameter Value Weight on Scale Tare in System TARE ZERO
NTEP zero or negative no no action ZERO
yes CLEAR TARE
positive no TARE
yes TARE
CANADA zero or negative no no action ZERO
yes CLEAR TARE
positive no TARE
yes no action
OIML zero or negative no no action ZERO
(not to exceed -20dd) yes CLEAR TARE ZERO and CLEAR TARE
positive no TARE ZERO
yes TARE ZERO and CLEAR TARE if weight is
within ZRANGE.
No action if weight is outside of
ZRANGE
NONE zero or negative no TARE ZERO
yes CLEAR TARE
positive no TARE
yes CLEAR TARE

Table 9-5. TARE and ZERO Key Functions for REGULAT Parameter Settings
Table 9-6 lists the subparameters available when configuring a scale using INDUST mode. The table includes the
default values of the INDUST subparameters and the effective (not configurable) values used by the NTEP,
CANADA, OIML, and NONE regulatory modes.
REGULAT / INDUST Parameter REGULAT Mode
Parameter Name Text Prompt INDUST NTEP CANADA OIML NONE
SNPSHOT Display or Scale weight source DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY SCALE
ZTARE Remove tare on ZERO NO NO NO YES NO
KTARE Always allow keyed tare YES YES NO YES YES
MTARE Multiple tare action REPLACE REPLACE NOTHING REPLACE REMOVE
NTARE Allow negative tare NO NO NO NO YES

Table 9-6. REGULAT / INDUST Mode Parameters, Comparison with Effective Values of Other Modes

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 REGULAT / INDUST Parameter REGULAT Mode

Parameter Name Text Prompt INDUST NTEP CANADA OIML NONE

CTARE Allow CLEAR key to clear tare/ YES YES NO NO YES
accumulator
PRTMOT Allow print while in motion NO NO NO NO YES
PRTPT Add PT to keyed tare print NO NO YES YES NO
OVRBASE Zero base for overload calculation CALIB ZERO CALIB ZERO CALIB ZERO SCALE ZERO CALIB ZERO

Table 9-6. REGULAT / INDUST Mode Parameters, Comparison with Effective Values of Other Modes (Continued)

9.10 Regulatory Mode and Legal-for-Trade (LFT)

When REGULAT is set for NONE or INDUST there are no restrictions on displaying both the weight and piece
Note count data.

If the unit is going to be used in Legal for Trade applications, weight and piece count data cannot be displayed at
the same time. Use the following examples to use Counterpart in Legal for Trade applications.
9.10.1 Legal for Trade and Normal Weight Mode
When in a Legal for Trade mode (REGULAT = NTEP, OIML, or CANADA) and the unit is in normal weigh mode:
• If the weight is displayed in the main area (either as a result of the DSPMODE parameter being set for
WEIGHT or the Swap Display softkey was pressed) then the piece count and unit weight are not
displayed.

• If the piece count is displayed in the main area (either as a result of the DSPMODE parameter being set
for COUNT or the Swap Display softkey was pressed) then the weight is not displayed. The unit
weight will be displayed in the left display area.

• If the unit weight is displayed in the main area (either as a result of the DSPMODE parameter being set
for UNITWEIGHT or the Swap Display softkey was pressed) then the weight is not displayed. The
piece count will be displayed in the left display area.

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9.10.2 Legal for Trade and Totalization Mode
When in Legal for Trade mode (REGULAT = NTEP, OIML, or CANADA) and the unit is in Totalization mode:
• If the weight is displayed in the main area (either as a result of the DSPMODE parameter being set for
WEIGHT or the Swap Display softkey was pressed) then the piece count and piece count total are not
displayed.

• If the piece count is displayed in the main area (either as a result of the DSPMODE parameter being set
for COUNT or the Swap Display softkey was pressed) then the weight is not displayed. The piece
count total will be displayed in the left display area.

• If the piece count total is displayed in the main area (either as a result of the DSPMODE parameter
being set for UNITWEIGHT or the Swap Display softkey was pressed) then the weight is not
displayed. The piece count will be displayed in the left display area.

9.11 Updating Firmware

To update firmware of the Counterpart, you must have Revolution installed and a .hex file on your computer. Visit
www.ricelake.com to download this free configuration software and the latest .hex file.
If the hex file is the same version as is currently in the indicator, the firmware update will not reset the
Note configuration. This is helpful if the firmware becomes corrupt and you want to reload the same firmware.
However, it is always recommended that configuration be backed up in Revolution to avoid any data loss.
1. Unplug power to the Counterpart and remove top from the base of the unit.
2. Wire the serial cable to the Counterpart’s Port 1. Refer to Table 9-7 for cable connection settings.
DB9 Cable Connector (J5)
Pin/Color Signal In/Out Description Pin Description In/Out
1/Brown DCD In Data carrier detect NC NA NA
2/Red RxD In Receive data 3 Tx Out
3/Orange TxD Out Transmit data 4 Rx In
4/Yellow DTR Out Data terminal ready 5 DTR In
5/Green GND -------- Ground 1 or 2 Gnd
6/Blue DSR In Data set ready NC NA NA
7/Purple RTS Out Request to send 6 RTS In
8/Gray CTS In Clear to send NC NA NA
9/Black RI In Ring indicator NC NA NA
Table 9-7. Cable Connection Settings

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 3. Install jumpers on JP5 and JP6. See Table 2-5 on page 16.
4. Plug in power to the Counterpart and press the indicator’s Power button.
5. With Revolution open, begin a new configuration file for the Counterpart.
6. Click Update Counterpart Firmware.

Figure 9-4. Revolution Screen

7. The Rice Lake Updater screen appears. Specify the COM port the Counterpart is connected to, and click
the ellipses (...) to browse to and select the desired .hex file.

Figure 9-5. Rice Lake Updater Screen

8. Click the Program button. The update will take several moments.
9. When complete, remove the jumpers shown in Figure 2-13 on page 15 and press the Power button to power
up the indicator.

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9.12 Specifications
Part # Description Weighing Resolution Platter Dimensions

Single Channel
118788 CP Indicator Console only
120736 CP-5 5 lb x 0.0005 lb (2 kg x 0.0002 kg) 9 in x 12 in
120737 CP-10 10 lb x 0.001 lb (5 kg x 0.0005 kg) 11 in x 16 in
120738 CP-25 25 lb x 0.002 lb (10 kg x 0.001 kg) 11 in x 16 in
120739 CP-50 50 lb x 0.005 lb (20 kg x 0.002 kg) 11 in x 16 in
120740 CP-100 100 lb x 0.01 lb (50 kg x 0.005 kg) 11 in x 16 in
Dual Channel (single platform XL base systems)
120770 CP dual indicator Console only
119796 CP-5 5 lb x 0.0005 lb (2 kg x 0.0002 kg) 9 in x 12 in
118797 CP-10 10 lb x 0.001 lb (5 kg x 0.0005 kg) 11 in x 16 in
118798 CP-25 25 lb x 0.002 lb (10 kg x 0.001 kg) 11 in x 16 in
118799 CP-50 50 lb x 0.005 lb (20 kg x 0.002 kg) 11 in x 16 in
118800 CP-100 100 lb x 0.01 lb (50 kg x 0.005 kg) 11 in x 16 in
Dual Channel with Benchmark
125113 CP-50BM 50 lb x 0.01 lb (20 kg x 0.002 kg) 12 in x 18 in
125116 CP-100BM 100 lb x 0.02 lb (50 kg x 0.005 kg) 12 in x 18 in
Table 9-8. Specifications

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9.13 Specifications
POWER: APPROVALS:
Power source: Pending
Input: 100-240VAC, 47-63 Hz, 5 watts, US WARRANTY:
power cord
Two-year limited warranty
Output: 9VDC or 12VDC 1.25 max
EXCITATION VOLTAGE: CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVALS
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ANALOG SPECIFICATIONS:
.3 V/V grad minimum 
ANALOG SPECIFICATIONS:
Input sensitivity: 1.5 V/V grad recommended
Zero adjustment range: 0-100% or per region settings (Pending)
A/D conversion rate: 7.5, 15, 30 samples per second
Load cells per scale: 8 x 350Ω; 16 x 700Ω
Scale channels: 1 or 2
Linearity +/- 0.017 full scale Measurement 
Canada (Pending)
CIRCUIT PROTECTION: Approved
RFI, EMI, ESD protection
DIGITAL I/O:
4 I/O
DISPLAY:
Viewing Area: 240 x 64 pixels, transmissive VGA
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with adjustable contrast
KEYBOARD:
24 buttons, full keypad - alpha numeric
RESOLUTION:
Weight display resolution: up to 100,000 graduations
Counting resolution: 1/1,000,000
SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS AND SETPOINT:
Two RS-232 ports supports up to 115,200 bps
One optional port 3 connector for USB or Ethernet Fiber
Optics
Ethernet port
Setpoint output (pending) - serial scale on Port 1 only.
STATUS ENUNCIATORS:
PCS, motion, low battery, insuff, recomp, scale number,
gross, net, zero
BATTERY:
Type: Lithium Ion
Charge Time: 6-8 hours
Charge Cycles 400-1200
Estimated Run Time: up to 24 hours
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
10o F to 104o F (-12o C to 40o C)
OPERATING HUMIDITY:
85%
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS:
Indicator Only: 12.25 in x 6.25 in x 4.0 in

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Counterpart Limited Warranty
Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) warrants that all RLWS equipment and systems properly installed by a
Distributor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will operate per written specifications as confirmed by the
Distributor/OEM and accepted by RLWS. All systems and components are warranted against defects in materials
and workmanship for two years.
RLWS warrants that the equipment sold hereunder will conform to the current written specifications authorized by
RLWS. RLWS warrants the equipment against faulty workmanship and defective materials. If any equipment fails
to conform to these warranties, RLWS will, at its option, repair or replace such goods returned within the warranty
period subject to the following conditions:

• Upon discovery by Buyer of such nonconformity, RLWS will be given prompt written notice with a
detailed explanation of the alleged deficiencies.
• Individual electronic components returned to RLWS for warranty purposes must be packaged to prevent
electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage in shipment. Packaging requirements are listed in a publication,
Protecting Your Components From Static Damage in Shipment, available from RLWS Equipment Return
Department.
• Examination of such equipment by RLWS confirms that the nonconformity actually exists, and was not
caused by accident, misuse, neglect, alteration, improper installation, improper repair or improper testing;
RLWS shall be the sole judge of all alleged non-conformities.
• Such equipment has not been modified, altered, or changed by any person other than RLWS or its duly
authorized repair agents.
• RLWS will have a reasonable time to repair or replace the defective equipment. Buyer is responsible for
shipping charges both ways.
• In no event will RLWS be responsible for travel time or on-location repairs, including assembly or
disassembly of equipment, nor will RLWS be liable for the cost of any repairs made by others.

THESE WARRANTIES EXCLUDE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES , EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED , INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NEITHER RLWS
NOR DISTRIBUTOR WILL, IN ANY EVENT, BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
RLWS AND BUYER AGREE THAT RLWS’ SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT OF SUCH GOODS. IN ACCEPTING THIS WARRANTY, THE BUYER WAIVES ANY AND ALL OTHER
CLAIMS TO WARRANTY.
SHOULD THE SELLER BE OTHER THAN RLWS, THE BUYER AGREES TO LOOK ONLY TO THE SELLER FOR
WARRANTY CLAIMS.
NO TERMS, CONDITIONS, UNDERSTANDING, OR AGREEMENTS PURPORTING TO MODIFY THE TERMS OF THIS
WARRANTY SHALL HAVE ANY LEGAL EFFECT UNLESS MADE IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY A CORPORATE
OFFICER OF RLWS AND THE BUYER.

© Rice Lake Weighing Systems, Inc. Rice Lake, WI USA. All Rights Reserved.

RICE LAKE WEIGHING SYSTEMS • 230 WEST COLEMAN STREET • RICE LAKE, WISCONSIN 54868 • USA

Appendix 103
For More Information
Literature
• Counterpart Sales Literature, PN 125545
• Counterpart CD with WeighVault, PN 125546
• WeighVault Manual for Counterpart, PN 125561

Web Site
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) at http://www.ricelake.com/faqs.aspx

Contact Information
Hours of Operation
Knowledgeable customer service representatives are available 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8
a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday. (CST)
Telephone
• Sales/Technical Support 800-472-6703
• Canadian and Mexican Customers 800-321-6703
• International 715-234-9171
Immediate/Emergency Service
For immediate assistance call toll-free 1-800-472-6703 (Canadian and Mexican customers please call 
1-800-321-6703). If you are calling after standard business hours and have an urgent scale outage or emergency,
press 1 to reach on-call personnel.
Fax
Fax Number 715-234-6967
Email
• U.S. sales and product information at prodinfo@ricelake.com
• International (non-U.S.) sales and product information at intlsales@ricelake.com
Mailing Address
Rice Lake Weighing Systems
230 West Coleman Street
Rice Lake, WI 54868 USA

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