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CubiScan 150 User Manual

1. Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Dim Calibration Alpha D 44h 3 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Dim Calibration Alpha D 44h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 2 Identifier Numeric 00 99 6 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 7 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 8 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Dim Calibration Alpha D 44h 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 92 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Dimension Calibration Code Descriptions DAO1 Clear the CubiScan DA02 Zero Reference DA03 Place 12 Target to left of calibration stop DA04 Place 12 Target to right of calibration stop DAOS Place 12 Target in front center of platform DA06 Dimension Calibration Complete Dimension Units This command is used to set the dimension units to either English inches or metric centimeters mode Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Dim Unit Comman
2. 1 Specifications ciu aller lis danas Bue En 3 Chapter2 Setup 7 Unakaa EEEH 8 Placa AA Wave dake nats 9 Adjusting the Platform Height 10 Using a Forklifts ceo bese hed o Heenan oe ieee ep is 11 Using a Pallet Jack Ia aam kaka 13 Installing the Overhead Arm 15 Connecting the Height Sensor Cables 19 Leveling the CubiScan 150 0 0 0 eee cee eee 21 Removing Reinstalling the Shipping Bolts 23 Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays 25 Connecting All External Cables 31 Connecting to a Computer or Network 32 ConnectingtoaComputer 33 ConnectingtoaNetwork 41 Connecting a Bar Code Scanner 42 Connecting a Bar Code Printer 43 Connecting Power 43 Turning On the CubiScan the First Time 44 Installing Qbit for Windows 45 Setup Checklists iia web od da eae di reia 46 CubiScan 150 i Table of Contents Chapter3 Operation 49 Turning on the CubiScan 150 5
3. 117 Appendix B Parts List 119 CubiScan 150 ili Table of Contents Notes CubiScan 150 Table of Illustrations Figure 1 CubiScan SOL aria os over ee eae eA OR ee ee ed Pc ee 2 Figure 2 Lift the CubiScan Only by the Handle 10 Figure 3 Position of Forklift Forks Under Frame 11 Figure 4 Platform Retaining Bolts and Adjustment Holes 12 Figure 5 Position of Pallet Jack Under Frame 13 Figure 6 Platform Retaining Bolts and Adjustment Holes 14 Figure 7 Overhead Arm Installed on the CubiScan 150 16 Figure 8 Attaching the Overhead ArmtotheBase 1 17 Figure 9 Attaching the Overhead ArmtotheBase 2 18 Figure 10 Attaching the Overhead ArmtotheBase 3 18 Figure 11 Height Sensor Cable with Coupler 19 Figure 12 Height Sensor Cable with Jack Connector 20 Figure 13 Height Sensor Cable Connection 20 CubiScan 150 v Table of Illustrations Figure 14 Locked Castelo coa a da e ds sa 21 Figure 15 Caster
4. Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Measure Receipt of this command causes the CubiScan to measure and weigh the package in the measuring field The CubiScan immedi ately formats the data collected and transmits it to the host com puter Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Measure Command Alpha M 4Dh 3 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Measure Command Alpha M 4Dh 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 CubiScan Host Originated Alpha C H 43h or 48h 5 6 City Code Alpha 000000 ZZZZZZ 11 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 12 1 Length Identifier Alpha L 4C 13 5 Length Numeric 000 0 999 9 18 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 19 1 Width Identifier Alpha W 57h 96 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 20 5 Width Numeric 000 0 999 9 25 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 26 1 Height Identifier Alpha H 48h 27 5 Height Numeric 000 0 999 9 32 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 33 1 Dimension Unit Alpha E
5. 85 Control Panel Error Messages 86 Timeout Error Old o it sare eae dee Hea Ek AA eee ae 86 Length Width Height 86 Wi nett ne areas Copa a Se tel bed 87 11 CubiScan 150 Table of Contents Other Error Codes a UE aoe 87 Appendix A Communications Protocol 89 Serial Cable Pin Assignments 89 Ethernet TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments 90 CubiScan 150 Command Set 91 Continuous Measure seriea R nee 92 Dimension Calibration 94 Dimension WAMA Aa eee enn 95 Factor Toggle EA AAA 96 Location Id City Code 97 MC ASUTE se feet gave dd 98 scale Calibration iscsi sie an ra be aos de e ka eb aad aeons 100 Tess weeded ee beeen ea Seen ee Oe tae 101 A ee Baie sates IA Os Ee BS 102 Valles dia 104 Weisht Units coc ocre picas aio a UA hpi 107 LO det Le E ag 108 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set 109 Set POL Leche iaa dido 109 Read Port 33 n E ei Bd OR o can hn tae a 111 Ser IPAddress oes3 o O a SatP Area Gua ware 112 Read IP Address vatios aa do Gk eeaien Gh ewa aces 113 Set Subnet Mask aci ae ee a eh aeons Oa a eae 114 Read Subnet Address ak 115 Set Gateway Address 116 Read Gateway Address
6. 10 CubiScan 150 Setup Adjusting the Platform Height Using a Forklift Take the following steps when using a forklift to support and lift the main assembly of the CubiScan 150 to adjust the platform height You may want to place plywood or cardboard on the forks of the forklift so the forks do not come into direct contact with the painted surface of the frame 1 Adjust the forks so they can be inserted under the main horizon tal frame without touching any other CubiScan components see Figure 3 Figure 3 Position of Forklift Forks Under Frame 2 Approach the CubiScan 150 with the forklift until the forks are in position to lift the frame 3 Locate the retaining bolts and slotted adjustment holes in the frame legs see Figure 4 CubiScan 150 11 Adjusting the Platform Height Setup WARNING NOTE gt Figure 4 Platform Retaining Bolts and Adjustment Holes 4 Apply gentle lift with the forklift until enough pressure is removed from the retaining bolts that they can be removed Do not climb under the CubiScan 150 during height adjustment or while the forklift is supporting the CubiScan 5 Remove the retaining bolts on both sides of the frame with a 9 16 open end wrench or socket It is recommended that you have one person positioned on each side of the CubiScan platform to remove and replace the retaining bolts and help align the adjustment holes 6 With the retaining bolts r
7. Figure 46 Screws Securing the Control Panel 3 Carefully lift the controller box from the front panel see Figure 47 and rest it on the edge of the opening Leave the cables connected Do not attempt to remove the controller box 78 CubiScan 150 Maintenance Replacing the Lithium Battery Figure 47 Lifting Controller Box from Front Panel 4 Remove the screws that secure the top cover of the controller box remove the cover and set the cover and screws aside 5 Locate the Lithium battery inside the controller box see Figure 48 Figure 48 Lithium Battery on Controller CubiScan 150 79 Replacing the Lithium Battery Maintenance 6 Slide the battery out of the holder with a small flat screwdriver as shown below Figure 49 Removing the Lithium Battery 7 Push the new battery into position in the holder with the positive side up Make sure it is secure 8 Place the top cover back on the controller box and reattach the screws 9 Insert the controller box back into its compartment in the front panel and insert and tighten the four screws that hold it in place see Figure 46 on page 78 80 CubiScan 150 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter provides assistance in identifying and solving common problems with the CubiScan 150 If you encounter problems not covered in this chapter or if a defect is suspected contact your sys tem integrator or call Quantronix Techni
8. 44 CubiScan 150 Setup Installing Qbit for Windows unable to find the problem refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshoot ing on page 81 for assistance Installing Qbit for Windows QbitWin or QbitWin with FTP QbitWMS or QbitWMS with FTP QbitEST QbitTCP A CD ROM is provided containing the applicable version s of the Qbit for Windows software program which can be used to operate the CubiScan 150 as follows QbitWin is the basic Qbit for Windows application QbitWin with FTP includes the QbitFTP utility to create an output file for FTP distribution QbitWMS Warehouse Measurement System is the Qbit for Win dows software for warehouse measurement applications QbitWMS with FTP includes the QbitFTP utility to create an output file for FTP distribution QbitEST Emulation Screen Transfer is a Qbit for Windows appli cation for the CubiScan 150 that connects to a host session and transfers measurements to predefined host field locations QbitTCP is a Qbit for Windows application for configuring the Cubiscan 150 for TCP IP communications The Qbit for Windows User Guide located on the CD ROM pro vides instructions for installing and using Qbit for Windows You can also download the user guide from the Quantronix Web site at www cubiscan com CubiScan 150 45 Setup Checklist Setup Setup Checklist Before using the CubiScan 150 for the first time verify the follow ing Has the CubiScan
9. 48 CubiScan 150 Chapter 3 Operation NOTE gt NOTE tF CAUTION This chapter provides instructions for operating the CubiScan 150 The platform of the CubiScan should be kept clean and free of objects that are not being measured Do not lean on or touch the CubiScan platform or the package while a package is being cubed and weighed Any kind of contact with the platform during the measurement process can alter the weight or sensor reading You should occasionally verify that the zero settings on the Cubi Scan are correct To do this take a measurement with nothing on the scale and see if all values recorded are either zero or the tare value if the tare option is enabled The CubiScan s empty weight and measurements can be reset to zero zeroed at any time refer to the Qbit for Windows User Guide or to zero on page 52 You should verify that the CubiScan 150 is weighing correctly at the start of each session To perform a simple check of weight accuracy measure something with a known weight 1 e 25 or 50 lb test weight If the weight shown is off by an unacceptable amount reca librate the scale see Chapter 4 Calibration on page 55 for details While the CubiScan has overload protection objects heavier than 150 pounds 70 kg should not be placed on the platform Overloading the scale or shock loading dropping a heavy object on the scale can cause permanent zero shift making the scale inoper
10. CubiScan 150 89 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Continuous Measure This command toggles on or off a continuous measure mode The readings transmitted are Length Height Width and Weight Both dimensions and counts are transmitted Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Continuous Msr Com Alpha C 43h 3 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Measure Command Alpha M 4Dh 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 CubiScan Host Originated Alpha C H 43h or 48h 5 6 City Code Alpha 000000 ZZZZZZ 11 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 12 1 Length Identifier Alpha L 4C 13 5 Length Numeric 000 0 999 9 18 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 19 1 Width Identifier Alpha W 57h 20 5 Width Numeric 000 0 999 9 25 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 26 1 Height Identifier Alpha H 48h 27 5 Height Numeric 000 0 999 9 32 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 33 1 Dimension Unit Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 90 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 34 1 Comma Alpha 6 2Ch 35 1 Weight Identifier Al
11. Have one person stand on each side of the CubiScan left and right sides of the platform and lift the back edge of the stain less steel top to tip it forward Do not lift the front edge of the stainless steel top Tip the panel as high as necessary to insert the new rollers Lift the top carefully Make certain that you do not let the top bend enough to crease it Remove the worn rollers and replace them with the new rollers When all worn rollers are replaced carefully lower the top until 1t again rests on the platform Adjust the position of the top to first align with the rollers and then with the screw holes Reattach all of the screws in the platform top Reattach the protective bumpers on the front of the two length sensors Replacing the Lithium Battery Your CubiScan controller may be equipped with a Lithium button cell battery as shown on the next page The Lithium battery must be replaced with either an Eveready Energizer or Panasonic CR1632 only CubiScan 150 77 Replacing the Lithium Battery Maintenance Ay WARNING There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type Always dispose of used batteries according to the instructions provided with the batteries Turn off the power switch on the power strip and disconnect the power cord from the power strip Remove the four screws that secure the control panel two on each side see Figure 46
12. 150 and the computer if applicable been placed in the proper operating environment page 9 Has the platform height been adjusted page 10 Has the overhead arm been installed page 15 Have you connected the height sensor cables page 19 Has the CubiScan been leveled page 21 Have the shipping bolts been removed page 23 QO 0 0 0 l Have you connected cables for AC power and all devices you will be using with the CubiScan 150 e g computer printer bar code scanner etc page 31 Q Have you turned on the CubiScan to verify operation page 44 Optional Have you installed the monitor arm assembly and trays page 25 O Have you verified that all screws bolts and nuts are tightened If you are going to use Qbit for Windows to operate the Cubi Scan 150 has the software been copied onto your computer s hard disk drive Refer to the Obit for Windows User Guide on the CD Does the CubiScan require recalibration The CubiScan 150 was calibrated at the factory but may require recalibration due 46 CubiScan 150 Setup Setup Checklist to handling during shipping Refer to page 55 for information on calibrating the CubiScan 150 If you are using Qbit for Win dows software check the status of the CubiScan before operat ing it Refer to the Qbit for Windows User Guide for information on checking the CubiScan s status CubiScan 150 47 Setup Checklist Setup Notes
13. 2Ch 87 2 Length 2 Pulses Numeric 00 99 89 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 90 2 Width Pulses Numeric 00 99 92 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 93 2 Height Pulses Numeric 00 99 95 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 96 3 Length 1 Wait Time Numeric 000 999 99 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch CubiScan 150 103 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 100 3 Length 2 Wait Time Numeric 000 999 103 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 104 3 Width Wait Time Numeric 000 999 107 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 108 3 Height Wait Time Numeric 000 999 111 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 112 4 Model Number Alpha 50 100L 116 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 117 3 Scale Capacity English Numeric 000 999 E AA 119 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 121 5 Firmware Version Alpha 0 000 9 999 126 28 Future Growth Alpha Space Oh 154 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 155 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 156 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Values Command Alpha V 56h 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 104 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Weight Units This command is used to set the weight units to either English pounds
14. 5 Locate the retaining bolts and slotted adjustment holes in the frame legs see Figure 6 Figure 6 Platform Retaining Bolts and Adjustment Holes 6 Apply gentle lift with the pallet jack until enough pressure is removed from the eight retaining bolts that they can be removed WARNING Do not climb under the CubiScan 150 during height adjustment or while the pallet jack is supporting the CubiScan 7 Remove the retaining bolts on both sides of the frame with a 9 16 open end wrench or socket NOTE It is recommended that you have one person positioned on each side of the CubiScan platform to remove and replace the retaining bolts and help align the adjustment holes 14 CubiScan 150 Setup Installing the Overhead Arm 8 With the retaining bolts removed raise or lower the frame slowly until the adjustment holes in the leg and the frame are aligned at the desired height 9 When the desired height is achieved push the retaining bolts through the slotted holes in the frame and leg There should always be at least two openings that bolts will pass through If possible place the bolts with at least one slot between them as shown in Figure 6 10 Thread the nuts on the bolts and tighten them 11 Lower the pallet jack and move it away from the CubiScan 150 Installing the Overhead Arm One person can attach the overhead arm assembly to the CubiScan 150 base however you may want another person to hel
15. Height on page 10 to remove the bolts and then insert the new bolts through the monitor arm holes 3 Thread the nuts on the bolts and tighten them using a 9 16 open end wrench or socket Figure 20 Attaching Monitor Arm Frame to CubiScan Frame 26 CubiScan 150 Setup Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays 4 Align the holes in the monitor arm hinge with the holes in the top of the monitor arm frame and insert the two long bolts all the way through the hole on the other side of the frame Figure 21 Inserting Bolt Through Monitor Arm and Frame 5 Attach the nut to the end of each bolt extending through the frame and tighten them Figure 22 Attaching Nut to Monitor Arm Bolt CubiScan 150 27 Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays Setup 6 Position the monitor tray over the end of the arm aligning the post on the bottom of the tray with the hole in the arm and slide the post into the hole The hinged arm can be swiveled and the tray can be rotated to a convenient position Figure 23 Attaching Monitor Arm Tray 7 If you will be using a separate keyboard attach the keyboard tray to the monitor tray Position the holes in the keyboard tray under the holes in the front of the monitor tray insert the screws and tighten them with a screwdriver see Figure 24 Figure 24 Attaching Keyboard Tray 28 CubiScan 150 Setup Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays 8 Place the rubbe
16. Height Adjustment Bolt 22 Figure 16 Adjusting Caster Height 22 Figure 17 Leveling Bubble e a cc acannon 8 sane eae Mia a ea wee hs as eee aa aes 23 Figure 18 Shipping HA eet a Pee ed Leora eee 24 Figure 19 CubiScan 150 L with Monitor Arm Attached 25 Figure 20 Attaching Monitor Arm Frame to CubiScan Frame 26 Figure 21 Inserting Bolt Through Monitor Arm and Frame 27 Figure 22 Attaching Nut to Monitor Arm Bolt 27 Figure 23 Attaching Monitor Arm Tray 28 Figure 24 Attaching Keyboard Tray eri a e ata aia 28 Figure 25 Non slip Mats for Monitor Keyboard Trays 29 Figure 26 Placing Plastic Cap on Monitor Arm 29 Figure 27 Routing Connection Cables Through Monitor Arm 30 Figure 28 Possible Location for Computer BOK 30 Vi CubiScan 150 Table of Illustrations Figure 29 Connection Panel Locations science a a a oa da e 31 Figure 30 Cable Connection Panel civic sags ace ein ek ea a Gable taa 32 Figure 31 AC Power Adapter Location 43 Figure 32 CubiScan 150 Cont
17. M 45h or 4Dh 34 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 35 1 Weight Identifier Alpha K 4Bh 36 6 Weight Numeric 000 00 999 99 42 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 43 1 Dim Wet Identifier Alpha D 44h 44 6 Dim Weight Numeric 000 00 999 99 50 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 51 1 Wet Dim Wet Unit Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 52 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 53 1 Factor Identifier Alpha F 46h 54 4 Factor Numeric 0000 9999 58 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 59 1 Domestic Int Unit Alpha D D 44h or 49h 60 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 61 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 62 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Measure Command Alpha M 4Dh 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 CubiScan Host Originated Alpha C H 43h or 48h CubiScan 150 97 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 5 1 Corner Sensor Measure Alpha C M Z 43h or 4Dh Zero Error 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 7 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh This field may contain underscores dashes or tildes indicating an under unstable or over error condition respectively Leading spaces 20h will be used when the actual data does not fill the entire field Scale Calibration This function is required when the load cell is replaced w
18. Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 108 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Read Port This command is used to read the current TCP Port number setting from the CubiScan 150 Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Port Command Alpha P 50h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Port Command Alpha P 50h 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 1 5 orn Port Alpha 1 to 65535 S n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Port Command Alpha P 50h 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh CubiScan 150 109 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Set IP Address This command is used to set the CubiScan 150 IP address The IP address or Internet address is usually expr
19. computer s USB port and to the USB port on the CubiScan In the bottom right hand corner of the monitor a bubble appears indicating that new hardware has been found The Found New Hardware Wizard window appears CubiScan 150 35 Connecting All External Cables Setup Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software O Yes this time only O Yes now and every time connect a device Click Next to continue Select No not this time and click Next The following win dow appears Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for CubiScan 150L gt If your hardware came with an installation CD E or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do O Install the software automatically Recommended Click Next to continue 36 CubiScan 150 Setup Comnecting All External Cables 6 Select Install from a list or specific location Advanced and click Next The following window appears Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options SS Y Search for the best driver in these locations Use the check boxes below to limit or exp
20. controller box back into its compartment in the front panel and insert and tighten the four screws that hold it in place see Figure 37 on page 65 Plug the power cord back into the power strip and turn it on 72 CubiScan 150 Chapter 5 Maintenance This chapter provides information on the care and maintenance of the CubiScan 150 Routine maintenance and careful handling will help keep the CubiScan 150 in good operating condition and pre vent service calls or repairs Precautions The CubiScan 150 should not be subjected to extremes in tempera ture or humidity nor should it be subjected to excessive vibration For environmental recommendations see Placement on page 9 Do not put packages on the platform that are known to be over 150 pounds 70 kg All objects especially heavy ones should be placed on the platform gently Shock loading will occur if an object is dropped or thrown onto the platform This puts unnecessary and potentially damaging pressure on the load cells The CubiScan 150 has been designed to accept overload without damage However rough handling and abuse over time can cause the load cell to lose much of its spring action In addition severe shock loading can cause permanent zero shift making the scale inoperable CubiScan 150 73 Cleaning the Sensors Maintenance Cleaning the Sensors The sensors should be kept clean While dust normally won t inter fere with sensor op
21. is ready and responding to transmissions from the host If the host receives no response from the control unit after sending this command an error condition exists in the communications between the host and controller Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Self Test Command Alpha T 54h CubiScan 150 99 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Self Test Command Alpha T 54h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 2 Identifier Numeric 00 99 6 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 7 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 8 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Self Test Command Alpha T 54h 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Units This command causes the CubiScan to report its current modes of operation Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Values Command Alpha U 55h 1 End of Text Control ETX 03
22. masking allows the router to move packets more quickly Like the IP address the subnet mask is usually expressed in dot notation Consult your network administrator to obtain a subnet mask Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha N 4Eh a oop IP Address Ap O 4 n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h S n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 112 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 Subnet Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 Subnet Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh I 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Read Subnet Address This command is used to read the current subnet mask setting from the CubiScan 150 Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Form
23. must turn on the CubiScan before connecting the USB cable for the first time Refer to Installing and Configur ing the USB Driver on page 34 for more information CubiScan 150 33 Connecting All External Cables Setup NOTE tF Locate a free RS 232 C serial or USB communications port on your computer If using an RS 232 serial connector deter mine whether the port is 9 pin or 25 pin Refer to your com puter s documentation if necessary to identify the ports Connect the computer end of the RS 232 serial communications cable to your computer s serial port or connect the USB cable to the USB port If the serial port is 9 pin connect the serial cable directly to the serial port If it is 25 pin use a 25 pin to 9 pin adapter not supplied To secure the RS 232 serial cable tighten the screws two on each connector at both ends of the cable It is important that the cable be secure Or make sure the USB connector has snapped into place securely For information on the serial cable pin outs refer to Serial Cable Pin Assignments on page 87 If connecting a PC place the monitor on the monitor tray of the monitor arm if installed and place the keyboard on the key board tray see Figure 23 on page 28 and Figure 24 on page 28 If you will be using a printer connect the printer to the com puter DO NOT CONNECT THE COMPUTER PRINTER TO THE PRINTER PORT ON THE CUBISCAN S CONNEC TION PANEL You ca
24. on the measuring side of the front panel Insert the tabs on the calibration stop into the slots Figure 40 Calibration Stop 7 Place the calibration cube on the left side facing the front of the CubiScan of the calibration stop Place it against the calibration stop and the front edge of the platform as shown in Figure 41 Calibration Stop Figure 41 Calibration Cube Position for Left Length Measurement 68 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel 8 Press lt msr gt The LENGTH window displays 12 0 and the DIM FACTOR displays step 3 prompting for the right length measurement 9 Place the calibration cube on the right side facing the front of the CubiScan of the calibration stop Place it against the cali bration stop and the front edge of the platform as shown in Figure 42 Cali ration Stop Figure 42 Calibration Cube Position for Right Length Measurement 10 Press lt msr gt The WIDTH window displays 12 0 and the DIM FACTOR displays step 4 prompting for the width mea surement 11 Remove the calibration stop and set it aside CubiScan 150 69 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration 12 Place the calibration cube on the platform and center it side to side against the front edge of the platform Figure 43 Calibration Cube Position for Width Measurement 13 Press lt msr gt The HEIGHT window displays 12 0 and the DIM FACTOR di
25. remove all packages or other material from the platform and blow any dust off the sensor screens Refer to page 74 for information on cleaning the sensors To perform the calibration you will need the following e Three 3 official 50 lb or 2 25 kg and 1 20 kg test weights e 12 x 12 x 12 calibration cube provided with the CubiScan The calibration cube should be kept clean and undamaged you will need it each time you calibrate the CubiScan 150 The sensors and the scale load cells are calibrated separately Calibrating Using the Computer NOTE gt If you are using a computer and Qbit for Windows software to oper ate the CubiScan 150 you can calibrate the CubiScan using Qbit for Windows If you use Obit for Windows to calibrate the CubiScan you do not have to change the jumper switch setting Calibration for the sensors and the scale are performed separately Proceed to Calibrating the Sensors below or Calibrating the Scale on page 62 to continue 56 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Computer Calibrating the Sensors You will need the 12 x 12 x 12 calibration cube provided with the CubiScan to calibrate the sensors 1 Ifyou calibrated the scale first turn the power to the CubiScan off and on then wait about fifteen seconds for self diagnostics to finish before calibrating the sensors 2 Make certain that the CubiScan platform is free of all objects 3 Do on
26. the battery is replaced by an incorrect type Refer to Replacing the Lithium Battery on page 77 for instructions and precautions for replacing the battery Calibrating the Sensors You need the 12 x 12 x 12 calibration cube provided with the CubiScan to calibrate the sensors To calibrate the sensors using the control panel proceed as follows 1 If you calibrated the scale first turn the power to the CubiScan off and on then wait about fifteen seconds for self diagnostics to finish before calibrating the sensors Make certain that the CubiScan platform is free of all objects Press T on the control panel The LENGTH WIDTH and HEIGHT windows display 0 0 and the DIM FACTOR window displays 1 to prompt for the first step of measuring with an empty platform Make sure the CubiScan platform is clear and press lt msr gt Do not disturb the CubiScan until the LENGTH window displays 12 0 and the DIM FACTOR display prompts for step 2 The CubiScan 150 requires a left and a right length measure ment for calibration You use a calibration stop to determine exact placement of the calibration cube for each of the length measurements The calibration stop is attached under the center of the platform Use an Allen wrench to remove the screw hold ing it and retain the screw to reattach the calibration stop later CubiScan 150 67 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration 6 There are two slots
27. two slots on the measuring side of the front panel Insert the tabs on the calibration stop into the slots as shown in Figure 33 Figure 33 Calibration Stop 11 Place the calibration cube on the left side facing the front of the CubiScan of the calibration stop Place it against the calibration stop and the front edge of the platform as shown in Figure 34 Calibration Figure 34 Calibration Cube Position for Left Length Measurement CubiScan 150 59 Calibrating Using the Computer Calibration 12 Click Step 3 or press lt F3 gt 13 Place the calibration cube on the right side facing the front of the CubiScan of the calibration stop Place it against the cali bration stop and the front edge of the platform as shown in Figure 35 Galiration Stop Figure 35 Calibration Cube Position for Right Length Measurement 14 Click Step 4 or press lt F4 gt 15 Remove the calibration stop and set it aside 60 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Computer 16 Place the calibration cube on the platform and center it side to side against the front edge of the platform Figure 36 Calibration Cube Position for Width Measurement 17 Click Step 5 or press lt F5 gt 18 Without moving the calibration cube click Step 6 or press lt F6 gt This completes sensor calibration 19 Click Exit or press lt F6 gt to return to the main window 20 Pla
28. 0 Cubing and Weighing Using Qbit for Windows 50 Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel 51 Measuring Odd Shaped Packages 53 Chapter 4 Calibration 55 Before You Begin essorer nasais cal oa A a A a 56 Calibrating Using the Computer 56 Calibrating the Sensors 57 Calibrating the Scale 62 Calibrating Using the Control Panel 64 Preparing the CubiScan for Calibration 64 Calibrating the Sensors 67 Calibrating the Scale 71 Preparing for Operation 72 Chapter5 Maintenance 73 Pre Causa Whee ei EA kee Dae Ach at 73 Cleaning the Sensors 74 Removing the Controller BOX 74 Replacing the Platform Rollers 76 Replacing the Lithium Battery 77 Chapter6 Troubleshooting 83 No Response When You Turn Power On 84 Readings Are Not Accurate 84 Computer Error Messages
29. 0 5 cm Maximum Package Weight 150 lb 70 kg Weight Increment 0 05 lb 20 g Environmental Operating Temperature Humidity Physical Measuring Surface Total Footprint Required Height Table height Shipping Weight Net Weight Shipping Dimensions 14 to 104 F 10 to 40 C 0 to 90 non condensing Length 64 163 cm Width 42 107 cm 65 165 cm x 52 132 cm Adjustable 87 max to top of overhead arm Adjustable 28 to 38 including caster adjustment 780 lbs 354 kg 430 Ibs 195 kg L 75 190 cm W 59 150 cm H 42 105 cm CubiScan 150 Product Description Specifications Outputs 1 USB 2 0 serial communications port not powered 2 serial ports EIA RS232 C bi directional 1 serial printer port EIA RS232 C bi directional with flow control 1 Ethernet connection 10 BaseT 10 Mbps See Appendix A for communications protocol and setup parame ters Qbit for Windows Qbit TCP software can be used to config ure through the RS 232 C or USB port the CubiScan 150 for TCP IP communication Contact Quantronix for information Load Cells Four load cells resistive load cell scale Standard net capacity 150 lb 70 kg CubiScan 150 Specifications Product Description Notes 6 CubiScan 150 Chapter 2 Setup This chapter provides instructions for assembling and setting up the CubiScan 150 Perform the steps to set up the CubiScan
30. 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Fact Toggle Command Alpha F 46h 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 94 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Location Id City Code This command is used to set the CubiScan location identification This data is stored in permanent memory and need only be set once for each CubiScan 150 Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Location Id Command Alpha L 4Ch 3 6 City Code Alpha 000000 ZZZZZ 9 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 10 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 11 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Location Id Command Alpha L 4Ch 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 1 Location Id Command Alpha L 4Ch 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh CubiScan 150 95 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol
31. 50 Setup Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays You can install the optional monitor arm to support a computer monitor and keyboard or a laptop notebook computer The Cubi Scan frame under the platform provides a convenient base to place a piece of plywood for a full size computer box The monitor arm can be attached to the front or back of the CubiScan 150 on either side Figure 19 CubiScan 150 L with Monitor Arm Attached The monitor arm attaches to the side of the CubiScan frame using the same slotted holes that are used to adjust the platform height see Adjusting the Platform Height on page 10 Retaining bolts CubiScan 150 25 Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays Setup and nuts longer than those used for adjusting the platform height are provided with the monitor arm assembly Take the following steps to install the monitor arm 1 Position the monitor arm frame against the side of the CubiScan frame to which you want it attached and align the holes in the frame with the slotted holes in the CubiScan frame at the desired height 2 Push the retaining bolts through the aligned holes in the monitor arm and CubiScan frame NOTE gt If you want to position the monitor arm frame over holes in which retaining bolts have already been inserted you need to lift the Cubi Scan by the handles or using a pallet jack as described in Adjust ing the Platform
32. CubiScan 150 Manifesting Table Operations and Technical Manual Version 2 1 Quantronix Inc Cubing and Weighing Systems 380 South 200 West P O Box 929 Farmington Utah 84025 0929 U S A Phone 801 451 7000 Fax 801 451 0502 www cubiscan com email info cubiscan com CubiScan 150 Operations and Technical Manual CubiScan and the Quantronix logo are registered trademarks of Quantronix Inc Scanning New Dimensions Qbit QbitWin and The FreightWeigh System are trademarks of Quantronix Inc Microsoft Windows and Windows XP are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries All other brand and product names used in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respec tive companies CubiScan software and firmware are protected by international and domestic copyrights CubiScan 150 measurement products are protected by one or more of U S Patents Re42 430 and D490 328 and foreign patents Another foreign patent is pending This document copyright O 2011 by Quantronix Inc All rights reserved No portion of this manual may be reproduced in any form without written permission from Quantronix Inc Information in this manual is subject to change without notice Manual updated August 11 2011 The CubiScan 150 is to be used to determine dimensions and or freight charges of rigid non sound absorbing cuboidal objects only Dimensions shown o
33. Feed Control LF OAh Read IP Address This command is used to read the current IP address setting from the CubiScan 150 Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha 1 49h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha 1 49h 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 len IP Address pene Sree S n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh CubiScan 150 111 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha TEh 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha 1 49h 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Set Subnet Mask This command is used to set the CubiScan 150 subnet mask The subnet sub network is a separate part of an organization s network A subnet address tells the network s router where on the network to send incoming packets of information Subnet
34. No Connection 5 NC No Connection 6 RD Receive Data 7 NC No Connection 8 NC No Connection 88 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set CubiScan 150 Command Set This section describes the commands recognized by the CubiScan 150 to cube and weigh packages and to set up the CubiScan for cub ing and weighing dimension units factor toggle calibration zero and so on All command packets begin with an STX start of text and end with a LF line feed Each command has a Command field and an optional Data field For example lt STX gt lt COMMAND gt lt DATA gt lt ETX gt lt CR gt lt LF gt All commands receive either an Acknowledge response ACK or a Negative Acknowledge response NACK An ACK has an A in the third character position and may include a data field A NACK has an N in the third character position indicating that an error occurred For example ACK lt STX gt lt COMMAND gt lt A gt lt DATA gt lt ETX gt lt CR gt lt LF gt NACK lt STX gt lt COMMAND gt lt N gt lt ETX gt lt CR gt The CubiScan responds with a question mark NACK to any unrec ognized command For example lt STX gt lt gt lt N gt lt ETX gt lt CR gt lt LF gt When a NACK is sent by the CubiScan the operation associated with that command is aborted due to the error The CubiScan 150 recognizes the following commands from the command set for both a serial and Ethernet connection
35. Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 orn IP Address Ann Speers S n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 116 CubiScan 150 Appendix B Parts List Following is a list of parts that can be purchased for the CubiScan 150 as spare parts or 1f replacement is necessary Part No Description Quantity Unit 12347 Main Controller Assembly 1 11291 Sensor Assembly 4 11687 Ball Transfer Unit platform rollers 96 11493 Serial Communications Cable 10 ft 1 11555 Power Supply 12 VDC 44 Watt 1 10083 Cord AC Power 1 10275 Calibration Cube 12 x 12 x 12 1 12392 Sensor Cable Length 2 12393 Sensor Cable Width Height Lower 2 12391 Sensor Cable Height Upper 1 recommended spares CubiScan 150 117 Parts List Notes 118 CubiScan 150
36. Verify that the load cell connectors have not been disconnected 2 One of the load cells or its cabling may be defective or dam aged Inspect and replace the load cell if suspect or contact Quantronix Other Error Codes If any of the following error codes appear in any display window on the control panel repeatedly make note of the error code and contact Quantronix for assistance 02 Zero error 03 Load cell dead weight 04 Load cell weight total 05 Load cell dead weight query 06 Load cell weight total query 07 Load cell dead weight set 08 Load cell weight total set 09 Tare 10 Transmit device data 11 Calibrate 12 Measure signal value 13 Configure output format 14 Internal analog to digital rate 15 Amplifier signal filter 16 Amplifier signal selection 17 Corrective function switch 18 Automatic calibration switch 19 Restart CubiScan 150 85 Control Panel Error Messages Troubleshooting 20 Set password 21 Define Password 86 CubiScan 150 Appendix A Communications Protocol This appendix contains the cable pin assignments and command set description for the interface between the CubiScan 150 and a host computer via a serial RS 232 connection or a USB connection as well as the interface between the CubiScan 150 and a network via an Ethernet TCP IP connection CubiScan 150 Command Set on page 89 lists the commands in the CubiScan 150 command set used for
37. X ds EP1K1000C208 3N 4 0 CBE580643A o love De shia i pnp KAME YAI ZA NL O DENG TH eh eS 1 gp ZINT ji peo rox cn A AA ds hwa 5 p isa Ra Fez2 rides Fei2 F820 12 Wie ee pe Fem eet Fe 3 PETER ea ese E 16 PU ES ES aS Es gt USB 7 BARCQOE X Figure 39 Controller DIP Switch 6 Identify jumper number 6 on the DIP switch see Figure 39 Use the tip of a pen or pencil or similar device to move switch 6 to the on position one side of the DIP switch is labeled ON 7 Leave the cover off but slide the controller box back into the front panel for calibration 8 Plug the power cord back into the power strip and turn it on After running self diagnostics about fifteen seconds the CubiScan 150 is in calibration mode A zero is displayed in the DIM FAC TOR window to indicate that the CubiScan is in calibration mode In calibration mode the weight dimension units Ib kg in cm are automatically set to those last used to weigh and measure a package Indicators on the control panel show the current settings 66 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel WARNING Calibration for the sensors and the scale are performed separately Proceed to Calibrating the Sensors below or Calibrating the Scale on page 71 to continue Your CubiScan controller may be equipped with a Lithium button cell battery There is a risk of explosion if
38. a bar code printer e Bar code scanner serial port USB PC with USB port laptop notebook computer e Ethernet network The cable connection panel is located under the front left corner of the scale see Figure 29 Note that the connectors point toward the back of the CubiScan 150 Connection Panel Figure 29 Connection Panel Location CubiScan 150 31 Connecting All External Cables Setup NOTE gt All attached cables should be routed and tied to the under frame so they will be out of the operator s way Cables should not be strapped to nor touch the black scale frame platform as this will cause errors in weight measurement Figure 30 Cable Connection Panel Connecting to a Computer or Network To operate the CubiScan 150 you can connect it to a stand alone computer or to a network or you can use the control panel as fol lows Connect it to a PC computer through the PC COM serial port on the connection panel Then use the Qbit for Windows software on the computer to run the CubiScan 150 Connect it to a host system using a standard 10 BaseT Ethernet cable connected to the Ethernet port on the connection panel You can use Qbit for Windows software QbitTCP to configure the CubiScan through the RS 232 C port for TCP IP communi cation and to run the CubiScan from a workstation Contact Quantronix for information on available software Or refer to Appendix A Communications Protocol on pag
39. able CubiScan 150 49 Turning on the CubiScan 150 Operation Turning on the CubiScan 150 Follow the procedures below to turn on the CubiScan 150 The CubiScan should be turned on before you start Qbit for Windows if applicable 1 Make sure there are no packages or objects on the CubiScan platform 2 Turn on the CubiScan 150 via the power strip see Connecting Power on page 43 The CubiScan performs self calibration and diagnostic procedures that take about fifteen seconds Do not touch the CubiScan platform during these fifteen sec onds Cubing and Weighing Using Qbit for Windows Refer to the Qbit for Windows User Guide for instructions on cubing and weighing and other functions in Qbit for Windows The Qbit for Windows User Guide is provided on the CD ROM with the Qbit for Windows application or you can download it from the Quantronix Web site at www cubiscan com NOTE 13 For information on measuring odd shaped packages refer to Mea suring Odd Shaped Packages on page 53 50 CubiScan 150 Operation Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel Hl CubiScan 150 WEIGHT LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT DIM WEIGHT DIM FACTOR All controls and displays for the CubiScan 150 are located on the control panel at the front of the base If a computer is not connected you can use the control panel to cube and weigh packages Measure
40. age 87 for information on the TCP IP command protocol and setup parameters Custom application programming is also available Contact Quantronix if you need additional assistance When it is turned on the CubiScan 150 will recognize the cable connection and if configured correctly will respond to a connection request from the host Connecting a Bar Code Scanner The CubiScan 150 has an additional RS 232 C port to connect a bar code scanner see Figure 30 For information on using a bar code scanner with the CubiScan 150 contact Quantronix For information on the serial cable pin outs refer to Serial Cable Pin Assignments on page 87 42 CubiScan 150 Setup Connecting All External Cables Connecting a Bar Code Printer You can connect a bar code printer to the CubiScan 150 to print bar codes from a bar code scanner Attach the bar code printer s serial connector to the PRINTER port on the connection panel see Figure 30 Only use the PRINTER port on the CubiScan s connection panel to connect a bar code printer Connect a computer printer to the computer Connecting Power The CubiScan 150 uses an external AC power adapter that is mounted under the back edge of the CubiScan base just in front of the overhead arm frame see Figure 31 Figure 31 AC Power Adapter Location The DC power cord from the power adapter is attached to the con troller box CubiScan 150 43 Turning On the CubiScan the Fir
41. and the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driver found will be installed Search removable media floppy CD ROM Include this location in the search C Program Files CubiScan Drivers O Don t search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarantee that the driver you choose will be the best match for your hardware 7 Select Include this location in the search When you unzipped the installation file the driver was installed to the default location C Program Files CubiScan Drivers unless you specified a different location If you installed the driver in a dif ferent location you need to browse to that location Then click Next The wizard searches for and begins installation of the driver When it is finished the following prompt appears CubiScan 150 37 Connecting All External Cables Setup Hardware Installation The software you are installing for this hardware USB Serial Converter has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows lt P Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windo
42. at 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Subnet Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh CubiScan 150 113 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Subnet Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 2 a He aes Apia eee S n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Subnet Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Set Gateway Address This command is used to set the network gateway address on the CubiScan 150 It can be the address of a network server or router and is expressed in dot notation Consult your network adminis trator to obtain the network gateway address Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 114 CubiScan 150 Commun
43. cal Assistance at 801 451 7000 for assistance After installation most problems are caused either by incorrect cabling or because the system setup is not correct If you are having problems with the CubiScan 150 first verify that all cables attached to the connector panel communications cables power cord Ether net cable etc are fully seated and secure and screws have been tightened Then verify that the setup is correct refer to Chapter 2 Setup on page 7 Problems with your computer may affect operation of the CubiScan 150 system If you have trouble starting Qbit for Windows or if you encounter problems with your computer including computer related error messages refer to your computer manual or contact your computer representative or dealer for assistance Frequent computer errors may be caused by dust or static electricity It is important that your computer be kept as clean and static free as possible Consult your computer manual for information If problems continue review the following sections for more infor mation CubiScan 150 81 No Response When You Turn Power On Troubleshooting No Response When You Turn Power On If there is no response when you power on the CubiScan 150 do the following 1 Verify that the power strip is live and that the AC power cord is properly and securely connected to the power adapter and to the power strip 2 Verify that the DC power cord is securely co
44. ce the calibration stop back under the platform reattaching the screw If you need to calibrate the scale refer to the next section for instructions CubiScan 150 61 Calibrating Using the Computer Calibration Calibrating the Scale To calibrate the CubiScan scale you need three 3 official 50 lb or 2 25 kg and 1 20 kg test weights IMPORTANT gt Do not begin scale calibration until you have the test weight Cali brating without an accurate known weight within 01 of a lb kg can make all future weight readings inaccurate Take the following steps to calibrate the CubiScan scale 1 If you calibrated the sensors first turn the CubiScan off and on then wait about fifteen seconds for self diagnostics to finish before calibrating the scale 2 Make certain that the CubiScan platform is free of all objects IMPORTANT gt When calibrating the scale the CubiScan must be stable with no movement of the platform such as that caused by vibration or air movement 3 Do one of the following to start QbitWin e Click Start select Programs click CubiScan then click QbitWin e Double click the QbitWin desktop icon 4 Select Calibrate from the Tools menu then select Scale The following prompt is displayed Information x A Continue with Scale Calibration 3 Cancel 62 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Computer 5 Click OK to proceed and the following dia
45. ctor to release it and pull it straight out To remove the Ethernet cable connector press the tab on the connector to release it and pull it straight out To remove the load cell connector turn the screws to loosen the connector and pull it straight out To remove the power connector take hold of the connector close to the panel loosen the locking ring by turning it counter clockwise several turns then pull it straight out using even pressure To remove a serial cable loosen the screws with a screw driver if necessary and pull the cable connector out using even pressure Verify that all cables have been removed from the controller box then pull the box out through the front panel Replacing the Platform Rollers NOTE gt It may be necessary after heavy use to replace one or more of the rollers in the platform top If new rollers are required order the replacements from Quantronix so they will be the correct size Three people are required to change the rollers two to lift the stain less steel top and one to replace the worn rollers Do the following to replace one or more rollers in the platform Remove all of the screws from the platform top using an Allen wrench 76 CubiScan 150 Maintenance Replacing the Lithium Battery CAUTION Remove the protective bumpers from the front of the two length sensors on each side of the front panel The bumpers are each secured by four Allen head screws
46. cubing and weighing and to set up the CubiScan for cubing and weighing TCP IP Commu nications Setup Command Set on page 107 lists the commands used to set up the CubiScan for TCP IP communications with a net work Serial Cable Pin Assignments The CubiScan 150 EIA RS 232 C and USB 2 0 serial ports use the EIA RS 232 C communications protocol The data are serially transmitted ASCII characters The following table shows the serial connector pin assignments All other pins are not connected RS 232 C and USB 2 0 Pin Assignments Pin Signal Description Pin 2 RXD Commands from the host computer Pin 3 TXD Data from the controller unit to the host Pin 5 SGND Signal ground DB 9 connector CubiScan 150 87 Ethernet TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments Communications Protocol The following table shows the parameters for asynchronous com munications through the RS 232 serial cable and the USB cable Asynchronous Communication Parameters Baud Rate 9600 Parity None Data Bits 8 Start Bits 1 Stop Bits 1 Ethernet TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments The CubiScan 150 Ethernet port uses the 10 BaseT TCP IP commu nications protocol The following table shows the Ethernet RJ 45 connector pin assignments RJ 45 Connector Pin Assignments Pin Signal Description 1 TD Transmit Data 2 TD Transmit Data 3 RD Receive Data 4 NC
47. d Alpha 22h 3 1 English or Metric Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Dim Unit Command Alpha 22h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Dim Unit Command Alpha 22h CubiScan 150 93 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Factor Toggle This command is used to set the dimensional factor to either domes tic or international Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Fact Toggle Command Alpha F 46h 3 1 Dom Int l Alpha D D 44h or 49h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Fact Toggle Command Alpha F 46h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5
48. e 87 for com mand protocol and setup parameters 32 CubiScan 150 Setup Connecting All External Cables NOTE gt Connecting to a Computer CAUTION NOTE gt Connect it to a laptop or notebook computer through the USB port on the connection panel Then use the Qbit for Windows software on the computer to run the CubiScan 150 Operate the CubiScan 150 without a computer using the control panel Refer to Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel on page 51 for information If you are not going to connect the CubiScan to a computer or net work proceed to page 43 for information on connecting power To connect the CubiScan 150 to a stand alone computer take the following steps Disconnect power from the CubiScan 150 and the computer before connecting them Place the computer on an under platform shelf monitor arm tray laptop notebook or other location close to the CubiScan Refer to Placement on page 9 and Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays on page 25 Route the RS 232 serial communications cable or the USB cable over the frame and tie it to other cables so it cannot be damaged or pulled loose Connect one end of the serial cable to the PC COM serial con nector or connect the USB cable to the USB connector see note below on the connection panel of the CubiScan see Figure 30 You need to load a driver on your computer before connecting it to the USB port and you
49. e Lithium Battery 80 viil CubiScan 150 Chapter 1 Product Description The CubiScan 150 Manifesting Table 150 L and 150 LFT is designed for today s dimension and weight based freight manifest ing applications Designed for use in distribution direct fulfillment and logistics environments the 150 combines flexibility accuracy and durability into an attractive and functional package The CubiScan 150 is robust with a maximum measurement range of 48 x 39 x 40 inches 120 x 100 x 100 cm and a net weight capac ity of 150 pounds 70 kg The CubiScan 150 is mounted on locking casters so it can be oper ated in a fixed position or quickly moved and redeployed when nec essary Accessories include label printers PC interface worksta tions storage shelves and several bar code scanning solution options Each unit has one USB 2 0 communication port two active serial communication ports and one serial printer port with flow control It uses 110 VAC 60 Hz power auto switchable to 220 240 VAC 50 Hz The controller also includes an Ethernet connector allowing for network connection and remote diagnostics Optional on board data storage and real time clock allow the CubiScan 150 L to be used as a stand alone dimensioning and manifesting station With an optional PC based interface and Quantronix proprietary software Qbit the CubiScan 150 is capable of buffering th
50. e of the following to start QbitWin e Click Start select Programs click CubiScan then click QbitWin e Double click the QbitWin desktop icon 4 Select Calibrate from the Tools menu then select Sensors The following prompt is displayed Information x Q Continue with Sensor Calibration Cancel CubiScan 150 57 Calibrating Using the Computer Calibration 5 Click OK to proceed and the following dialog box appears Calibrate Sensors This Routine will run through a series of steps designed to determine the precise position of the usltrasound transducers This procedure should be performed periodically or any time the sensor measurements are not within tolerance If you wish to continue with the calibration click CONTINUE otherwise you may exit without calibrating the scanner 6 Click Continue 7 Click Step 1 or press lt F1 gt 8 Clear the CubiScan of all objects and click Step 2 or press lt F2 gt 9 The CubiScan 150 requires both a left and a right length mea surement for calibration You use a calibration stop to deter mine exact placement of the calibration cube for each of the length measurements The calibration stop is attached under the center of the platform Use an Allen wrench to remove the screw holding it and retain the screw to reattach the calibration stop later 58 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Computer 10 There are
51. e package are displayed 4 Remove the package from the platform Wait for the zero indi cator to light before placing another package on the platform If the zero indicator does not light the scale needs to be zeroed To zero the scale make sure that the platform is free of all objects then press lt zero gt Measuring Odd Shaped Packages The CubiScan 150 is designed to measure dimensions on cube like packages packages that are square or rectangular with a distinct width length and height Packages that have odd shapes or irregular surfaces may be measured using the CubiScan 150 however the dimensions will be determined by the surface closest to each sensor and may not accurately represent the actual width height and length of the package CubiScan 150 53 Measuring Odd Shaped Packages Operation NOTE gt When measuring objects with irregular or porous surfaces that do not reliably reflect sound it may be necessary to place a rigid sheet of plastic or metal against the irregular side or sides so the sensors can record the dimensions For example when measuring books a rigid sheet should be placed against the paper edge of the books If rigid sheets are used when measuring objects tare values should be entered to compensate for the thickness and weight of the sheet Set tare values using the Options function on the Tools menu of Qbit for Windows refer to the Obit for Windows User Guide If you are u
52. eed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Values Command Alpha V 56h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 4 Length 1 DBW Numeric 00 0 99 9 8 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 9 4 Length 2 DBW Numeric 00 0 99 9 13 1 Comma Alpha LI 2Ch 14 4 Width DBW Numeric 00 0 99 9 18 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 19 4 Height DBW Numeric 00 0 99 9 23 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 24 4 Length 1 CPI Numeric 0000 9999 28 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 29 4 Length 2 CPI Numeric 0000 9999 33 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 34 4 Width CPI Numeric 0000 9999 38 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 102 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 39 4 Height CPI Numeric 0000 9999 43 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 44 4 Length 1 Blanking Numeric 0 00 9 99 48 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 49 4 Length 2 Blanking Numeric 0 00 9 99 53 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 54 4 Width Blanking Numeric 0 00 9 99 58 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 59 4 Height Blanking Numeric 0 00 9 99 63 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 64 4 Length 1 Gain Numeric 00 0 99 9 68 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 69 4 Length 2 Gain Numeric 00 0 99 9 73 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 74 4 Width Gain Numeric 00 0 99 9 78 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 79 4 Height Gain Numeric 00 0 99 9 83 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 84 2 Length 1 Pulses Numeric 00 99 86 1 Comma Alpha
53. emoved raise or lower the frame slowly until the adjustment holes in the leg and the frame are aligned at the desired height 7 When the desired height is achieved push the retaining bolts through the slotted holes in the frame and leg There should always be at least two openings that bolts will pass through If possible place the bolts with at least one slot between them as shown in Figure 4 12 CubiScan 150 Setup Adjusting the Platform Height 8 Thread the nuts on the bolts and tighten them 9 Lower the frame and back the forklift away from the CubiScan Using a Pallet Jack Take the following steps when using a pallet jack to support and lift the main assembly of the CubiScan to adjust the platform height 1 Using pallets and or dimensional lumber construct a flat and stable platform with which to lift the CubiScan frame The plat form must be nearly as high as the bottom of the CubiScan main frame 2 With the pallets and lumber in place approach the CubiScan from the front with the pallet jack and position the jack so it is under the CubiScan s main horizontal frame Figure 5 Position of Pallet Jack Under Frame 3 Make certain that the wooden platform is even and stable CubiScan 150 13 Adjusting the Platform Height Setup 4 Move the pallet jack into place and lift it until the wooden plat form comes into contact with the bottom of the CubiScan frame but do not lift the CubiScan
54. eration they should be cleaned routinely to pre vent the possibility of interference To clean gently blow dust from the gold foil surface The gold foil screen on the front of the sensor is delicate Do not use high pressure air or water lines to clean the surface of the gold CAUTION foil and do not touch it with fingers tools or brushes Doing so may result in damage Removing the Controller Box If you suspect a problem with the CubiScan 150 controller first review Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and take any recommended action If the problem persists contact Quantronix Technical Assis tance at 801 451 7000 for assistance If Quantronix recommends removing the controller box and return ing 1t for service proceed as follows 1 Turn off the power switch on the power strip and disconnect the power cord from the power strip 74 CubiScan 150 Maintenance Removing the Controller Box 2 Remove the four screws that secure the control panel two on each side see Figure 44 Figure 44 Screws Securing the Control Panel 3 Carefully lift the controller box from the front panel see Figure 45 and rest it on the edge of the opening Figure 45 Lifting Controller Box from Front Panel CubiScan 150 75 Replacing the Platform Rollers Maintenance Disconnect all connectors that are attached to the controller box as follows To remove a sensor connector press the tab on the conne
55. essed in dot notation for example 121 43 6 234 The first three groups of numbers e g 121 43 6 are usually specific to the network to which you are connecting The last number e g 234 is specific to a particular CubiScan 150 Consult your network administrator to obtain an available IP address Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 1 IP Address Command Alpha 1 49h 4 On IP Address ee eres 4 n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h S n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha 1 49h 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 110 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha 1 49h 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line
56. ghing Using the Control Panel on page 51 If a computer is not connected you can use the control panel to cal ibrate the sensors and the scale NOTE 13 In calibration mode the weight dimension units Ib kg in cm are automatically set to those last used to weigh and measure a pack age If the units are in question you may want to turn on the Cubi Scan before calibrating it to determine the settings and change them if necessary Preparing the CubiScan for Calibration To prepare the CubiScan 150 for calibration proceed as follows 1 Turn off the power switch on the power strip and disconnect the power cord from the power strip 64 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel 2 Remove the four screws that secure the control panel two on each side see Figure 37 Figure 37 Screws Securing the Control Panel 3 To gain access to the jumper switch inside the controller box carefully lift the controller box from the front panel see Figure 38 and rest it on the edge of the opening Leave the cables connected Do not attempt to remove the controller box Figure 38 Lifting Controller Box from Front Panel CubiScan 150 65 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration 4 Remove the screws that secure the top cover of the controller box remove the cover and set the cover and screws aside 5 Locate the DIP switches inside the controller box see Figure 39 ACE
57. h 100 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 4 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Units Command Alpha U 55h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 Dimension Units Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 5 1 Weight Units Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 6 1 Factor Units Alpha D D 44h or 49h 7 4 Dimensional Factor Numeric 0000 9999 11 6 Location Id City Code Alpha 000000 ZZZZZZ 17 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 18 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 19 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Units Command Alpha U 55h 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 3 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh CubiScan 150 101 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Values This command causes the CubiScan to report all of its internal parameters This is useful for troubleshooting Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Values Command Alpha V 56h 3 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line F
58. hen a new controller is installed or for routine calibration This command causes the CubiScan to reply with a scale calibration code This command must be issued THREE times to complete scale calibra tion Scale calibration codes are defined below Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Scale Calibration Alpha S 53h 3 6 Test Weight Value Numeric 050 00 100 00 9 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 10 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 11 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Scale Calibration Alpha S 53h 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 98 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol CubiScan 150 Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 4 2 Identifier Numeric 00 99 6 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 7 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 8 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Scale Calibration Alpha S 53h 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Scale Calibration Code Descriptions SAOI Clear the CubiScan SA02 Place Test Weight in Corner SA03 Scale Calibration Complete Test This command causes the CubiScan to reply with an error code A response of TAOO means that the CubiScan
59. ications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 en IP Address ree WAASI 4 n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h S n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Read Gateway Address This command is used to read the current gateway address setting from the CubiScan 150 CubiScan 150 115 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 7Eh 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage
60. in place so they will not roll push down on the black toe lock on the back of each caster see Figure 14 You can use the toe of your shoe to push the lock down Figure 14 Locked Caster 2 If the CubiScan is not level adjust the height of each caster as necessary Locate the bolt under the caster housing accessible from the front of the caster CubiScan 150 21 Leveling the CubiScan 150 Setup Figure 15 Caster Height Adjustment Bolt You can use a 7 16 wrench to turn the adjustment bolts with the CubiScan on the floor or you can take the weight off the casters using a pallet jack under the frame or by having someone lift the CubiScan by its handle and turn the bolts by hand 3 Turn a bolt clockwise to raise the CubiScan frame or counter clockwise to lower it Figure 16 Adjusting Caster Height 22 CubiScan 150 Setup Removing Reinstalling the Shipping Bolts 4 After adjusting a caster check the leveling bubble The leveling bubble shown below is located on the CubiScan platform just to the left of center facing the front of the CubiScan Figure 17 Leveling Bubble 5 The CubiScan is level when the bubble is centered in the middle circle of the level You may need to raise or lower each caster a number of times to level the CubiScan 6 When you are finished leveling the CubiScan make certain that all four casters make solid contact with the floor If the Cubi Scan does n
61. in the fol lowing order e Uncrate the CubiScan 150 e Place the CubiScan 150 where you will be using it page 9 e Adjust the platform height page 10 e Install the overhead arm page 15 e Connect the height sensor cable to the sensor page 19 Level the CubiScan 150 and lock the casters page 21 e Remove the shipping bolts page 23 e Install the monitor arm assembly optional page 25 e Connect all external cables to the CubiScan 150 page 31 e Turn on the CubiScan 150 page 44 e Install the Qbit for Windows PC control software optional page 45 CubiScan 150 Unpacking Setup Unpacking Tools Included Tools You Will Need NOTE tF While unpacking examine the container and the CubiScan 150 carefully for any damage If after unpacking you discover any damage to the CubiScan 150 contact the carrier immediately The CubiScan is shipped in a single container with all components packed in the crate If you ordered optional accessories verify that you received them There is a box inside the crate that contains the power cable serial cable tools manual and calibration cube All retaining bolts required for assembly are mounted to the frame at the location in which they will be used If any of the components or accessories are missing or defective contact Quantronix or your system integrator Tools provided with the CubiScan 150 include the following e 1 3 Allen wrench e 5 64 Allen
62. ionally during operation This does not necessarily indicate a problem with the CubiScan The first time an error code occurs ignore it and redo the measurement If the error code is displayed again immediately or frequently review the sections below for information on specific codes If an error message appears during calibration power the Cubi Scan off and back on and start calibration over Timeout Error 01 Length Width Height If error code 01 is displayed in any window on the control panel it may imply a problem that can be easily corrected If after following the suggestions below the error code continues to be displayed contact Quantronix for assistance If timeout error 01 appears in the LENGTH WIDTH or HEIGHT window it indicates that no communication is taking place between the sensor and the controller The error code will appear in the dis play window length width height of the sensor that is at fault Consider the following 1 Verify that the sensor connector has not been disconnected 2 Inspect the sensor cable for damage Replace the sensor cable if it is damaged 84 CubiScan 150 Troubleshooting Control Panel Error Messages 3 The sensor may be defective Replace the sensor or contact Quantronix Weight If timeout error 01 appears in the WEIGHT window it indicates that no communication is taking place between the load cell amplifier and the controller Consider the following 1
63. ith the CubiScan In this example the CubiScan 150L was assigned to COMO 16 Close the Device Manager and the System Properties window Connecting toa You can connect the CubiScan 150 to a network through a standard Network 10 BaseT Ethernet TCP IP port You can connect the CubiScan 150 to a host system using a standard 10 BaseT Ethernet cable con nected to the Ethernet port on the connection panel You will need a standard Ethernet cable with RJ 45 connectors see Ethernet TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments on page 88 The type of network host device you are using determines whether a straight through or CubiScan 150 41 Connecting All External Cables Setup crossover cable is required Consult your network administrator if necessary to determine your local cabling requirements Do the following to connect the CubiScan 150 to a network 1 Route the Ethernet cable under the frame and tie to other cables it so it cannot be damaged or pulled loose 2 Connect the CubiScan end of the network cable to the Ethernet connector on the connection panel of the CubiScan see Figure 30 Push the RJ 45 connector in until it locks For information on the Ethernet cable pin outs refer to Ether net TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments on page 88 3 Use Quantronix QbitTCP software to configure the Cubiscan 150 through the RS 232 or USB port for TCP IP communica tions or refer to Appendix A Communications Protocol on p
64. log box appears Scale Calibration This Routine will run through a series of steps designed to calibrate the scale This procedure should be performed periodically or any time the Scale measurements are not within tolerance If you wish to continue with the calibration click CONTINUE otherwise you may exit without calibrating the scanner 6 Click Continue The cursor moves to the text box 7 Enter 150 Ibs or 70 kg This is the combined weight of the three test weights 8 Click Step 1 or press lt F1 gt 9 Clear the CubiScan of all objects and click Step 2 or press lt F2 gt 10 Place all of the test weights near the center of the scale platform Allow the platform to stop moving 11 Click Step 3 or press lt F3 gt This completes scale calibra tion 12 Click Exit or press lt F6 gt to return to the main window CubiScan 150 63 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration 13 Remove the test weights from the CubiScan platform make sure the platform is completely clear of all objects and click ee F12 on the main toolbar or select Zero from the Tools menu to zero the CubiScan If you need to calibrate the sensors refer to page 57 for instructions Calibrating Using the Control Panel All controls and displays for the CubiScan 150 are located on the control panel at the front of the base For information on the con trols and indicators refer to Cubing and Wei
65. ments and weight cannot be recorded they are displayed on the con trol panel zero indicator only appears if scale is zeroed lb dom kg inti Domestic and foreign patents pending Figure 32 CubiScan 150 Control Panel This displays the measured weight in pounds 1b or kilograms kg as selected These display the measured dimensions in inches in or centimeters cm as selected This displays the dimensional weight in pounds 1b or kilograms kg as selected This displays the dimensional factor currently being used to calcu late the dimensional weight CubiScan 150 51 Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel Operation zero Indicator Ib kg dom intl cm zero msr This indicates that the scale platform is empty and ready to receive a package This indicator must be lit before you place a package on the platform When you place a package on the platform the indica tor goes off Press this key before you place a package on the platform to change the weight and dimensional weight from pounds to kilograms and vice versa Press this key before you place a package on the platform to change the dimensional weight factor from domestic to international stan dard values and vice versa Following are the dimensional weight factors used by the CubiScan Dimensional Factor Domestic International Cubic inches per pound 194 166 Cubic inches per kilogram 428 366 Cubic centi
66. meters per pound 3179 2720 Cubic centimeters per kilogram 7009 5997 Press this key before you place a package on the platform to change the length width and height from inches to centimeters and vice versa Press this key to reset the scale to zero make sure the scale is empty Press this key to display the weight and dimensions of the object on platform Take the following steps to cube and weigh a package using the con trol panel to control the CubiScan 150 1 Verify that the CubiScan platform is empty The zero indicator should be lit and 0 00 should be displayed in the WEIGHT window The rest of the display should be clear 52 CubiScan 150 Operation Measuring Odd Shaped Packages NOTE tF 2 Place the package on the platform against the front edge of the platform The zero indicator light goes out The package must be within the black lines on either side of the CubiScan 150 and 1t must extend at least one inch on each side from the center of the measuring side of the front panel mini mum package dimensions of 3 x 2 4 x 2 4 in 8 x 6 x 6 cm for the sensors to properly register the dimensions Do not lean on or touch the CubiScan platform or the package while a package is being cubed and weighed Any kind of contact with the platform during the measurement process can alter the weight or sensor reading 3 Press lt msr gt The weight length width height and dim weight of th
67. mmand Alpha Z SAh 3 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Zero Command Alpha Z SAh 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Zero Command Alpha Z SAh 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 106 CubiScan 150 Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set TCPAP Communications Setup Command Set This section describes the commands recognized by the CubiScan 150 to set up the CubiScan 150 for communications with a network using the TCP IP protocol You can use the Qbit for Windows Qbit TCP software to configure the CubiScan 150 for TCP IP communications Contact Quantronix for information Configuration of the CubiScan 150 for TCP IP communication is performed through the RS 232 C serial communications port using the following commands Set Port This command is used to set the CubiScan 150 TCP port number In TCP IP networks port numbers are used to distinguish between dif ferent logical channels on the same network interface on the same computer For example port 80 is used for HTTP traffic o
68. n also connect the CubiScan 150 directly to a computer through a 10 BaseT Ethernet TCP IP port via a standard Ethernet cable A crossover cable is required Installing and Configuring the USB Driver The following instructions use screen illustrations from Microsoft Windows XP If your computer has a different operating system the 34 CubiScan 150 Setup Connecting All External Cables screens may not look exactly like those shown but the instructions are the same You must install a driver on your computer before it can recognize and communicate with the CubiScan 150 via the USB port Com plete the following steps to install the driver 1 If you purchased the Qbit software with your CubiScan the USB driver is on the same CD ROM Otherwise you can down load it from the Internet at http www cubiscan com login asp Log in using PUBLIC for the user name and password down load the file USB Driver CS150 and CS200LC exe and store it temporarily on your desktop or any location where you can find it easily Contact Quantronix if you have questions or problems downloading the driver Execute the file USB Driver CS150 and CS200LC exe either from the Web site download on your desktop or from the Qbit CD ROM A WinZip Self Extractor dialog box is displayed Select UnZip The CubiScan USB driver files are copied to the folder C Program Files CubiScan Drivers With the CubiScan turned on connect the USB cable to your
69. n the Internet Some ports have numbers assigned to them by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority IANA These are known as well known ports and are limited to numbers 0 through 1023 Ports 1024 through 49151 are registered ports listed by the IANA and can be used by ordinary user processes on most systems Ports 49152 through 65535 are called dynamic and or private ports and are free for use It is recommended that the CubiScan 150 TCP port be set to a number between 49152 and 65535 to avoid conflicts Consult your network administrator to select the port number CubiScan 150 107 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha O 40h 3 1 Port Command Alpha P 50h 4 1 5 orn Port Alpha 1 to 65535 4 n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h S n 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 Port Command Alpha P 50h 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 Port Command Alpha P 50h 4 1
70. n the display are of the smallest cuboidal shape in which the object may be enclosed The CubiScan 150 should only be serviced by qualified personnel CAUTION Observe precautions for handling electrostatic sensitive devices when setting up or operating the CubiScan 150 WARNING Disconnect all power to the CubiScan 150 before servicing or making any connections FCC Compliance Statement for American Users This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation EMI Compliance Statement for Canadian Users This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appar eils num riques de la Classe A prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le min ist re des Communications du Canada Quantronix New Product Limited Warranty Statement of Warranty Subject and according to the Terms and Conditions set forth below Quantronix Inc hereafter referred to as Quantronix warrants to the Buyer that its new produc
71. nature and specifics of the claimed defect Failure to so notify shall void this war ranty Any claim of a warranted defect is subject to inspection and analysis by Quantronix to conclusively iden tify or confirm the nature and cause of failure and application of this warranty Any defective components mechanical or electrical will be repaired or replaced at the discretion and authorization of Quantronix at Quan tronix facilities in Utah It shall be the Buyer s responsibility to return the faulty equipment or components to Quantronix at Buyer s expense Quantronix obligation shall not include transportation charges nor labor mate rial or service charges involved in the removal return or installation of equipment or components Quantronix New Product Limited Warranty continued Except as provided herein Quantronix shall have no other obligation or liability due to defective equipment or components Accordingly but without limitation Quantronix shall not be liable for losses injury or damage caused to persons or property by Quantronix products or their failure indirect special or consequential damages of any nature including but not limited to loss of profit delays or expenses such as those arising from the use of or inability to use the products nor any incidence of personal injury or property damage arising from the negli gence or willful act of anyone other than itself or its employees Quantronix reserves the right t
72. nnected to the power connector on the back of control panel Readings Are Not Accurate If you suspect that the CubiScan 150 readings are inaccurate do the following 1 Zero the scale by making sure the platform is free of all objects and then selecting Zero from the toolbar or Tools menu in Qbit for Windows If a computer is not connected press lt zero gt on the control panel If the CubiScan does not return to zero or is slow to return to zero level the CubiScan and make certain that all four leveling legs are resting on the floor Refer to Leveling the CubiScan 150 on page 21 for more information 2 Move the CubiScan if it is located close to open freight doors or where hot air is blowing on it Extreme changes in temperature and humidity can affect the accuracy of the CubiScan 150 Refer to Placement on page 9 for information 3 Recalibrate the CubiScan Refer to Chapter 4 Calibration on page 55 for instructions 82 CubiScan 150 Troubleshooting Computer Error Messages Computer Error Messages No Communications with CubiScan Transmission Error The following error messages generated by Qbit for Windows indi cate a communications problem between the CubiScan and the com puter This message indicates that no communication is taking place between the computer and the CubiScan 150 This message indicates that erroneous data or garbled data is being sent from the CubiScan If yo
73. o incorporate improvements in material and design of its products without notice and is not obligated to incorporate the same improvements in equipment previously manufactured Conditions Which Void Warranty This agreement shall not apply to equipment or components which has have Been the subject of repairs or modifications not authorized by Quantronix Not been operated under normal use and service according to that for which it was intended Not been operated or maintained in accordance with Quantronix printed instructions TES Been subject to misuse negligent handling improper installation accident damage by fire submersion or act of God Had serial numbers altered defaced or removed mE Been sold loaned leased subleased or in any other way transferred to or placed within the control of any party other than the Buyer G Been operated beyond capacity THE FOREGOING IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES GUARANTEES LIABILITIES OR WAR RANTIES QUANTRONIX MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE This statement sets forth the full extent of Quantronix liability for breach of any warranty or deficiency in connection with the sale or use of the product No employee or representative of Quantronix is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Description
74. or metric kilograms mode Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Wet Unit Command Alpha 23h 3 1 English or Metric Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Wet Unit Command Alpha 23h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Wet Unit Command Alpha 23h 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh CubiScan 150 105 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Zero This command should be issued periodically to force the CubiScan to perform internal compensations to adjust to changes in tempera ture and humidity This command should only be issued when the measuring field is free of packages Never issue this command when a package is present in the measuring field Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Zero Co
75. ot sit flat it may wobble or vibrate during measure ment which can cause errors Removing Reinstalling the Shipping Bolts The shipping bolts protect the platform and load cells from being damaged during shipment A shipping bolt is located on each corner of the platform between the top and the frame and can be accessed from under the platform see Figure 18 CubiScan 150 23 Removing Reinstalling the Shipping Bolts Setup CAUTION Figure 18 Shipping Bolts Use a 9 16 open end wrench supplied to remove the top nut and loosen the bottom nut from each bolt then remove the bolt Store the nuts and bolts in a safe place They prevent the platform from moving and protect the load cells from damage during ship ment If you ship the CubiScan to another location move it by fork lift or move it any distance in which rough handling may occur replace the shipping bolts before moving it To reinstall the shipping bolts turn each bolt into the frame until it is several threads into the frame Turn the bottom nut up until it is finger tight against the bottom of the steel plate Then tighten the top nut down with a wrench This will prevent placing an excessive load on the load cells with the bolt and nuts Do not overtighten the bottom nut or allow the shipping bolt to put pressure on or lift the load cell Pressure on the load cell while moving the CubiScan will damage the load cell 24 CubiScan 1
76. ou sands of data records can interface to bar code scanning and label printing devices and can communicate directly in batch or real time mode with mainframe or PC hosts CubiScan 150 Product Description The CubiScan 150 utilizes advanced sensing technology that is safe for both operators and freight A one year factory warranty on parts and labor is included post warranty maintenance agreements and extended warranty contracts are also available The CubiScan 150 was calibrated at the factory but may require recalibration due to handling during shipping Calibration instruc tions for the CubiScan 150 are provided in Chapter 4 Calibration Figure 1 CubiScan 150 L CubiScan 150 Product Description Specifications Specifications Electrical Voltage 95 240 VAC 47 63 Hz single phase Current 1 5 A maximum current draw 1 0 A typical Power Supply External switching 12V030A Measuring Capacities Model 150 L Minimum Package Dimensions Maximum Package Dimensions Dimension Increment Maximum Package Weight Weight Increment Model 150 LFT Minimum Package Dimensions Maximum Package Dimensions 3x2 4x 2 4 in 8 x 6 x 6cm 48 x 39 x 40 in 120 x 100 x 100 cm 0 1 in 0 2 cm 150 lb 70 kg 0 05 Ib 20 g 3x2 4x 2 4 in Sx6x6cm 48 x 39 x 40 in 120 x 100 x 100 cm CubiScan 150 Specifications Product Description Dimension Increment 0 2 in
77. p lift the arm into place The height sensor cable with a coupler on the end is routed from the height sensor and out a hole in the overhead arm assembly The retaining bolts you will use to secure the arm are attached to the mounting plates at the back of the frame CubiScan 150 15 Installing the Overhead Arm Setup Height Sensor Compartment a Arm Assembly Leveling Bubble top of platform Figure 7 Overhead Arm Installed on the CubiScan 150 Do the following to attach the CubiScan 150 s overhead arm 1 Remove the retaining bolts from the mounting plates on the back of the base frame finger tight only and have them ready to insert into the appropriate holes when the arm is in place 16 CubiScan 150 Setup Installing the Overhead Arm 2 Lift the overhead arm into position at the back of the frame and set the angled mounting plate on the bottom of the arm assem bly on the frame aligning the holes in the arm mounting plates with the holes in the frame mounting plate as shown in the fol lowing figures Figure 8 Attaching the Overhead Arm to the Base 1 CubiScan 150 17 Installing the Overhead Arm Setup Figure 9 Attaching the Overhead Arm to the Base 2 Figure 10 Attaching the Overhead Arm to the Base 3 18 CubiScan 150 Setup Connecting the Height Sensor Cables 3 Insert the retaining bolts through the mounting plate in the o
78. pha K 4Bh 36 6 Weight Numeric 000 00 999 99 42 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 43 1 Dim Wet Identifier Alpha D 44h 44 6 Dim Weight Numeric 000 00 999 99 50 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 51 1 Wet Dim Wet Unit Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 52 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 53 1 Factor Identifier Alpha F 46h 54 4 Factor Numeric 0000 9999 58 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 59 1 Domestic Int Unit Alpha D D 44h or 49h 60 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 61 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 62 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Measure Command Alpha M 4Dh 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 CubiScan Host Originated Alpha C H 43h or 48h 5 1 cea o Measure Alpha C M Z WA Ja 4Dh 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh This field may contain underscores dashes or overscores indicat ing an under unstable or over error condition respectively CubiScan 150 91 CubiScan 150 Command Set Communications Protocol Dimension Calibration This function is required when one of the sensors is replaced or moved when a new controller is installed or for routine calibration This command causes the CubiScan to reply with a dimension cali bration code each time it is issued This command must be issued SIX times to complete sensor calibration Dimension calibration codes are defined below
79. r non slip mats on the trays Figure 25 Non slip Mats for Monitor Keyboard Trays 9 Place the plastic cap on the top of the monitor arm frame and push 1t down until it is tight This may require the use of a rub ber mallet Figure 26 Placing Plastic Cap on Monitor Arm CubiScan 150 29 Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays Setup 10 If you are using a monitor keyboard after you place them on the monitor arm trays route the monitor keyboard cables through the hole in the monitor arm frame to the computer box see Figure 27 You can also route other connection cables such as the mouse power cord etc through the monitor arm NOTE gt If necessary Ouantronix offers an optional extension cable kit to extend the computer cables to reach the box Figure 27 Routing Connection Cables Through Monitor Arm 11 If desired you can cut a piece of plywood to fit and place it on the cross braces under the CubiScan platform to support a com puter box You will need to lay the box on its side If necessary contact Quantronix for assistance Place plywood on cross braces for computer Figure 28 Possible Location for Computer Box 30 CubiScan 150 Setup Connecting All External Cables Connecting All External Cables The cable connection panel has the following connectors e Power DC power connector Communication port serial port for a PC computer e Printer serial printer port for
80. rol Panel oooooooooooo ooo 51 Figure 33 Calibration OP ici ia 59 Figure 34 Calibration Cube Position for Left Length Measurement 59 Figure 35 Calibration Cube Position for Right Length Measurement 60 Figure 36 Calibration Cube Position for Width Measurement 61 Figure 37 Screws Securing the Control Panel 65 Figure 38 Lifting Controller Box from Front Panel 65 Figure 39 Controller WTP eS With ti aa A EE ET 66 Figure 40 Calibration Stop se ged A be A ao SE SS a BE ee 68 Figure 41 Calibration Cube Position for Left Length Measurement 68 Figure 42 Calibration Cube Position for Right Length Measurement 69 Figure 43 Calibration Cube Position for Width Measurement 70 CubiScan 150 vii Table of Illustrations Figure 44 Screws Securing the Control Panel 75 Figure 45 Lifting Controller Box from Front Panel 75 Figure 46 Screws Securing the Control Panel 78 Figure 47 Lifting Controller Box from Front Panel 79 Figure 48 Lithium Battery on Controller 79 Figure 49 Removing th
81. sing the control panel to operate the CubiScan you cannot set tare values 54 CubiScan 150 Chapter 4 Calibration This chapter provides instructions for calibrating the CubiScan 150 The CubiScan 150 is calibrated at the factory however some cir cumstances in which recalibration may be required include the fol lowing e Calibrate the CubiScan 150 if you have problems cubing and weighing after assembly and setup e Calibrate the CubiScan if it is subjected to any type of mechani cal shock or collision with a heavy object e Calibrate the CubiScan as part of a regular maintenance sched ule If the CubiScan is used heavily scale and sensor calibration should be performed yearly It should not be necessary to cali brate daily or even weekly It is suggested that you implement a regular audit daily or weekly of weight and dimensions using a test weight not provided or something of known weight near 25 lbs and the calibration cube provided e Calibrate the CubiScan if it is zeroed and the weight or dimen sions are outside the specified limits NOTE gt If an error message appears during calibration power the Cubi Scan off and back on and start calibration over refer to Computer Error Messages on page 83 or Control Panel Error Messages on page 84 for more information CubiScan 150 55 Before You Begin Calibration Before You Begin NOTE gt Before calibrating the CubiScan 150
82. splays step 5 prompting for the height mea surement 14 Without moving the calibration cube press lt msr gt for the height measurement The LENGTH WIDTH and HEIGHT windows on the control panel are now all blank This completes sensor calibration 15 Place the calibration stop back under the platform reattaching the screw If you need to calibrate the scale refer to the next section for instructions Refer to the Preparing for Operation on page 72 for instructions on preparing the CubiScan for operation after calibra tion 70 CubiScan 150 Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibrating the Scale IMPORTANT gt IMPORTANT gt To calibrate the CubiScan scale you need three 3 official 50 lb or 2 25 kg and 1 20 kg test weights Do not begin scale calibration until you have the test weight Cali brating without an accurate known weight within 01 of a lb kg can make all future weight readings inaccurate Take the following steps to calibrate the CubiScan scale 1 If you calibrated the sensors first turn the CubiScan off and on then wait about fifteen seconds for self diagnostics to finish before calibrating the scale Make certain that the CubiScan platform is free of all objects When calibrating the scale the CubiScan must be stable with no movement of the platform such as that caused by vibration or air movement Ib Press kg 9 the control panel After a shor
83. st Time Setup NOTE tF Locate the AC power cord supplied and connect it to the AC power adapter Connect the other end of the AC power cord to a standard power strip with an ON OFF switch A power strip with surge protection is recommended If you are using a computer you can plug the computer into the same power strip surge protection recommended so the CubiScan and the computer can be powered on at the same time The Cubi Scan should be powered on before starting the Obit for Windows program Turning On the CubiScan the First Time Take the following steps to turn on the CubiScan 150 je Make sure there are no packages or other objects on the Cubi Scan platform Turn on the CubiScan 150 via the power strip see Connecting Power on page 43 The CubiScan performs self calibration and diagnostic proce dures that take about fifteen seconds Do not touch the Cubi Scan platform during these fifteen seconds Make sure the zero indictor is lit on the control panel If not the scale needs to be zeroed To zero the scale make sure that the platform is free of all objects then press lt zero gt Place a package on the CubiScan base and verify that the pack age s dimensions and weight are displayed on the control panel If you are unable to perform any of these steps refer to the Setup Checklist on page 46 to verify that you have completed all of the procedures to set up the CubiScan 150 If you are
84. t is in accordance with Quan tronix published specifications or those agreed upon with Buyer in writing at the time of sale or lease and that such product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from as applica ble the date of sale or the Commencement Date under a written equipment lease or rental agreement the War ranty Period For purposes of this warranty the term Buyer shall mean and refer only to the party which originally whether from Quantronix directly or from a distributor agent or reseller authorized by Quantronix purchases or leases under a written equipment lease or rental agreement the Quantronix product which is the subject of this warranty Terms and Conditions of Warranty This warranty is applicable exclusively to original equipment products and components which were manufactured by Quantronix Quantronix does not warrant for any purpose any part or component manufactured by another manufacturer nor which is used or rebuilt Quantronix obligation and liability under this warranty is expressly limited to repair or replacement at its option of the warranted equipment or components within the Warranty Period A purchase by a Buyer of equipment which it had first leased or rented shall not start a new Warranty Period In the event of the occurrence of a claim under this warranty the Buyer shall have a duty to promptly notify Quantronix in writing of the
85. t processing delay the WEIGHT window displays 0 00 and the DIM FACTOR window displays 11 Make sure there is nothing on the CubiScan platform and press lt msr gt Do not disturb the CubiScan until the WEIGHT window dis plays the calibration weight of 150 lbs 70 kg This is the com bined weight of the three test weights Place all of the test weights near the center of the scale platform Wait for the platform to stop moving CubiScan 150 71 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration 6 Press lt msr gt The test weight value is displayed in the WEIGHT window and the CubiScan calibrates the scale based on the test weight This completes scale calibration If you need to calibrate the sensors refer to page 67 for instructions Refer to the following section for instructions on preparing the CubiScan for operation after calibration Preparing for Operation To return the CubiScan to operation mode after calibration using the control panel proceed as follows 1 Turn off the power switch on the power strip and disconnect the power cord from the power strip Lift the controller box out of the front panel and rest it on the edge of the opening Use the tip of a pen or pencil or similar device to move switch 6 on the DIP switch back to the off position see Figure 39 on page 66 for switch location Place the top cover back on the controller box and reattach the screws Insert the
86. tore General Computer Name Device Manager The Device Manager lists all the hardware devices installed on your computer Use the Device Manager to change the properties of any device Drivers Ey Driver Signing lets you make sure that installed drivers are compatible with Windows Windows Update lets you set up how Windows connects to Windows Update for drivers Hardware Profiles g Hardware profiles provide a way for you to set up and store different hardware configurations En 40 CubiScan 150 Setup Connecting All External Cables 14 Click Device Manager to display the Device Manager win dow Device Manager File Acton View Help meaa E IDE ATA ATAPI controlers lt IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers gt Keyboards y Mice and other pointing devices B Network adapters a PCMCIA adapters IB PCMCIA and Flash memory devices Q Personal identification devices E Portable Devices Y Ports COM ALPT JY Communications Port COM1 Y CubiScan 150L COM9 Y ECP Printer Port LPT1 Processors 3 Secure Digital host controllers X Smart card readers 0 Sound video and game controllers System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers 15 Click next to Ports to display the available ports Locate the COM port assigned to the CubiScan 150L This is the COM port you will use when setting up Qbit applications to commu nicate w
87. u receive one of these messages verify the following 1 2 Is the CubiScan turned on and securely connected to power Is the serial or Ethernet cable connected to both the CubiScan and the computer or network and are both connections secure Computer connection Is the serial cable connected to the com puter at either the COM1or COM2 port Or is the USB cable connected to the USB port Computer connection Is the Com Port in the Options dialog box in Qbit for Windows Tools menu configured for the cor rect port Network connection Is the Cubiscan 150 properly configured for TCP IP communication QbitTCP software is used to con figure the CubiScan through the RS 232 C or USB port Is there a problem with the CubiScan Perform the Status func tion in Qbit for Windows to check the status of the CubiScan Is there a problem with the computer or network Refer to your computer manual for information on troubleshooting the com puter or contact your network administrator CubiScan 150 83 Control Panel Error Messages Troubleshooting Control Panel Error Messages NOTE gt Several predefined error codes are programmed into the CubiScan 150 and if a computer is not connected may be displayed on the control panel to identify specific errors All errors are identified by a 2 digit code which is displayed on the control panel in the display window appropriate for the message Error codes may appear occas
88. ubiScan so that nothing interferes with the plat form Do not rest objects against or set objects on the CubiScan when it is not in use e Ifacomputer is used place it as close to the CubiScan as possi ble The operator needs to use the keyboard or mouse on the computer while cubing and weighing packages using the Cubi Scan 150 The CubiScan s optional monitor arm with monitor and keyboard trays offers an optimum location for the monitor and keyboard see Installing the Monitor Arm and Trays on page 25 CubiScan 150 Adjusting the Platform Height Setup Adjusting the Platform Height The CubiScan 150 platform is initially set at the lowest possible height Slotted adjustment holes in the frame legs provide virtually infinite adjustment within the height range Because the main Cubi Scan assembly is heavy 430 pounds you need to use a forklift recommended or pallet jack to support and lift the main assembly to adjust the height of the platform If help is available one or two people can lift one end of the CubiScan by its handle while you adjust the legs Then repeat this operation on the other end Never lift directly on the CubiScan platform Lift only by the handles as shown CAUTION Figure 2 Lift the CubiScan Only by the Handle NOTE Before you start determine the height at which you want the Cubi Scan 150 platform so that you can position it properly with the fork lift or pallet jack
89. ver head arm assembly and into the matching holes in the plate on the base frame and tighten them Connecting the Height Sensor Cables After installing the overhead arm connect the height sensor cables as explained in the following steps CAUTION Do not touch the gold foil screens on the front of the sensors 1 Locate the two height sensor cables on the CubiScan A cable labeled Height with a coupler is routed from the height sensor down through one of the tubes of the overhead arm assembly and extends from a hole see Figure 11 Figure 11 Height Sensor Cable with Coupler CubiScan 150 19 Connecting the Height Sensor Cables Setup The other cable labeled Height has a phone style jack on one end and is located under the CubiScan scale platform see below Figure 12 Height Sensor Cable with Jack Connector 2 Plug the phone style jack into the coupler on the height sensor cable and verify that the connection is secure Figure 13 Height Sensor Cable Connection 20 CubiScan 150 Setup Leveling the CubiScan 150 Leveling the CubiScan 150 The CubiScan150 has casters that permit 1t to be moved NOTE gt You can use the CubiScan 150 as a mobile manifesting table by keeping the casters unlocked and moveable However if the Cubi Scan 150 is not level accuracy may be diminished Do the following to lock the casters and level the CubiScan 150 1 To lock the casters
90. wrench e 7 64 Allen wrench e 2 16 Open end wrench Other tools you may need to set up the CubiScan 150 include the following e Pallet jack and or forklift e Three 3 official 50 lb or 2 25 kg and 1 20 kg weights to check the metric calibration value A surge protected power strip not included is recommended to connect to the CubiScan 150 for ease in turning power off and on CubiScan 150 Setup Placement Placement The CubiScan 150 is equipped with casters which allow it to be moved short distances or repositioned However because the Cubi Scan needs to be level for proper operation you should place it in or near its permanent location prior to assembly and leveling The CubiScan 150 is designed to be operated in a warehouse envi ronment however for proper operation the following conditions should be met if possible Do not subject the CubiScan to extremes in temperature or humidity Locate the CubiScan as far from open freight doors as possible Heaters or air conditioners should not blow directly on the CubiScan e Protect the CubiScan from static electricity especially the con trol panel e Place the CubiScan on a flat sturdy surface as free from vibra tion as possible Excess vibration can reduce the accuracy of the CubiScan 150 scale e The CubiScan s platform is free floating it is resting on four springs load cells Maintain sufficient clearance at the back and sides of the C
91. ws Logo testing Continue Anyway STOP Installation 8 Select Continue Anyway and wait for the installation to fin ish The following window appears indicating that the configu ration was successful Found New Hardware Wizard Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for USB Serial Converter Click Finish to close the wizard 9 Click Finish to complete this part of the installation 38 CubiScan 150 Setup Connecting All External Cables The wizard closes and after a few seconds a bubble appears at the bottom of the screen indicating that the new hardware is installed and ready to use The previous steps installed a Windows driver for the USB port The Found New Hardware Wizard window opens again to install the CubiScan 150 specific driver 10 Repeat steps 4 through 9 Another bubble appears in the bottom right hand corner of the monitor indicating that the new hardware is ready for use 11 If you are prompted to restart the computer select Yes and the port is configured for use when your computer restarts 12 To determine which COM port the computer has assigned to the USB port click Start on the taskbar right click My Com puter and select Properties The System Properties dialog box is displayed CubiScan 150 39 Connecting All External Cables Setup 13 Click the Hardware tab System Properties System Res

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