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1. Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha O 40h 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha T 49h 4 1 j Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 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 IP Address Command Alpha T 49h 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 Line Feed Control LF OAh Read IP Address This command is used to read the current IP address setting from the CubiScan 100 L Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha gt 7Eh 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha D 49h 4 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 80 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 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 7 15 0 0 0 to Fore one Alpia E NEM S n 1 End of Text Control ET
2. Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 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 End of Text Control ETX 03h 7 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 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 03h 70 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 4 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 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 Numer
3. A zero is displayed in the DIM FACTOR window to indicate that the CubiScan is in calibration mode Calibrating the Sensors You will need the 12 x 5 x 3 6 calibration cube supplied with the CubiScan to calibrate the sensors Remove the wrapping from the calibration cube before using it 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 five seconds for self diagnostics to finish before calibrating the sensors 2 Make certain that the CubiScan platform is free of all objects 3 Press B on the control panel The LENGTH WIDTH and HEIGHT windows display 0 0 and the DIM FACTOR window displays a command code of 1 4 Make sure there is nothing on the CubiScan platform and press lt msr gt Do not disturb the CubiScan until the LENGTH window dis plays 12 0 and the DIM FACTOR window displays a com mand code of 2 5 Place the calibration cube on the platform and slide it against the back corner until it is in contact with both side panels with the 12 side against the left side panel when looking from the front as shown below CubiScan 100 L 39 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration Figure 18 Calibration Cube Placement for Length Sensor 6 Press lt msr gt The WIDTH window displays 12 0 7 Turn the calibration cube so that the 12 side is agains
4. CubiScan 100 L 63 CubiScan 100 L 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 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 Fact Toggle Command Alpha F 46h 3 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 Fact Toggle Command Alpha F 46h Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 64 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII End of Text Control ETX 03h Carriage Return Control CR ODh 1 Line Feed
5. 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 CubiScan Host Originated Alpha C H 43h or 48h CubiScan 100 L 67 CubiScan 100 L 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 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 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 when 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 End of Text Control ETX 03h 10 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 11 1 Line Feed Control L
6. 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 100 L 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 End of Text Control ETX 03h 10 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 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 100 L 65 CubiScan 100 L Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 4 End of Text Control ETX 03h Carriage Return Control CR ODh 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
7. CubiScan 100 L Assembling the CubiScan 100 L Setup NOTE Vs Do not remove the five mounting screws along each side of the CubiScan base Take the following steps to attach the two side panels to the Cubi Scan 100 L base o Right side panel Left side panel Mounting screw Side Panels Aligned not attached 1 Align the tapered holes along the right side panel s bottom edge with the five mounting screws on the right side when facing the front of the CubiScan of the CubiScan base 10 CubiScan 100 L Setup Assembling the CubiScan 100 L NOTE tF Push the panel into place so that the widest part of the holes are over the screws and let the screws slide into the narrow part of the holes Using the 5 0 mm Allen wrench tighten all of the screws except the one closest to the front you will tighten it later Align the tapered holes along the left side panel s bottom edge with the five mounting screws on the left side when facing the front of the CubiScan of the CubiScan base The back edge of the panel will wrap around the back edge of the right panel Push the panel into place so that the widest part of the holes are over the screws and let the screws slide into the narrow part of the holes Using the 5 0 mm Allen wrench tighten all of the screws except the one closest to the front you will tighten it later Do not attach the six screws that hold the side panels together
8. CubiScan scale When calibrating the scale the CubiScan must be stable with no movement of the platform such as that caused by vibration or air movement 1 If you calibrated the sensors first turn the CubiScan off and on then wait about five seconds for self diagnostics to finish before calibrating the scale Make certain that the CubiScan platform is free of all objects Ib Press kg 9n the control panel After a short processing delay the WEIGHT window displays 0 00 and the DIM FACTOR window displays a command code of 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 the weight of the last test weight used to calibrate the scale If the calibration weight displayed matches the test weight you are using proceed to the next step If not change the displayed weight as follows CubiScan 100 L 43 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration First locate the cursor _ in the DIM WEIGHT window under one of the calibration weight digits The cursor position determines which digit can be changed If necessary move the cursor to a different digit by pressing to move to the left dom int 9 move to the right To increase the amount of the digit or at the cursor press 1 to decrease the digit press zero cm 6 Place the test weight on the CubiScan platform and pus
9. L should only be serviced by qualified personnel CAUTION Observe precautions for handling electrostatic sensitive devices when setting up or operating the CubiScan 100 L WARNING Disconnect all power to the CubiScan 100 L 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 present 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 UL 0 cE 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 product is in accordance with Quan tronix published specifications or those agreed upon wi
10. Length Left and Width Right Sensors 15 Figure9 Shipping Bolt Locations 16 Figure 10 Leveling Legs Positions 17 Figure 11 Leveling Bubble Location 18 Figure 12 Leveling Bubble Close up 18 Figure 13 Serial Cable Connector 21 Figure 14 Ethernet Cable Connector 22 Figure 15 Barcode Scanner Connector 24 Figure 16 CubiScan 100 L Control Panel 31 Figure 17 Controller DIP Switch 38 Figure 18 Calibration Cube Placement for Length Sensor 40 Figure 19 Calibration Cube Placement for Width Sensor 41 Figure 20 Calibration Cube Placement for Height Sensor 42 Figure 21 Removing the Controller Box 50 iv CubiScan 100 L Chapter 1 Product Description The CubiScan 100 L is a precision volume measuring and weigh ing instrument for use in applications in which precise weighing and measuring is required The CubiScan 100 L design is unique because it combines parcel dimensional measuring and weighing into one operation The col lected data are formatted and transmitted t
11. STX 02h 2 1 Measure Command Alpha M 4Dh 3 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 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 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 66 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L 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 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 Wegt 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 l Unit Alpha D D 44h or 49h 60 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 61 Carriage Return
12. and 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 Remove the four Allen head screws on the corners of the con troller box mounting plate using the 2 5 mm Allen wrench The control panel is in the center of the mounting plate and the mounting plate is attached to the front of the CubiScan base CubiScan 100 L 49 Removing the Controller Box Maintenance Figure 21 Removing the Controller Box 8 Verify that all cables have been removed from the controller box then pull the box out through the front panel 50 CubiScan 100 L Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter provides assistance in identifying and solving common problems with the CubiScan 100 L If you encounter problems not covered in this chapter or if a defect is suspected contact your sys tem integrator or call Quantronix Technical 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 100 L first verify that all cables attached to the controller box inside the base serial communica tions cables sensor cables power cord Ethernet cable load cell cable are fully seated and secure locking rings clips or screws Then verify that the setup 1s correct For informa
13. at the back You will attach them later CubiScan 100 L 11 Assembling the CubiScan 100 L Setup Figure 5 Side Panels Attached Routing the Height Sensor Cable The height sensor cable gray cable with an RJ 45 connector is coiled and tied inside the base frame Do the following to route the cable to the top of the CubiScan 1 Untie the cable and route the end of it through the hole in the back corner of the base 12 CubiScan 100 L Setup Assembling the CubiScan 100 L 2 Moving to the outside of the CubiScan pull the length of the cable out through the hole NOTE F Do not pull the cable too tightly Because the height sensor cable crosses between the scale platform and the base if the cable is too tight the resulting tension may restrict scale movement The screws that hold the two panels together should not be attached If they are you need to remove them 3 Slip the cable between the panels into the channel that is formed at the corner see Figure 6 Figure 6 Routing the Height Sensor Cable Between the Side Panels CubiScan 100 L 13 Assembling the CubiScan 100 L Setup 4 Route enough of the cable through the channel so the connector extends from the top Use a tie or bend the cable to keep it from falling back into the channel Do not apply pressure to the other end of the cable 5 Attach the six 10 32 x 1 4 screws to the back corner where the two panels com
14. 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 five leveling legs are resting on the supporting surface Refer to Assembling the CubiScan 100 L on page 8 for more information 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 100 L Refer to Placement on page 7 for information Recalibrate the CubiScan Refer to page 35 for instructions 52 CubiScan 100 L Troubleshooting Computer Error Messages Computer Error Messages No Communications with CubiScan Transmission Error The following error messages generated by Obit 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 100 L This message indicates that erroneous data or garbled data is being sent from the CubiScan If you receive one of these messages verify the following 1 Ze Is the CubiScan turned on and securely connected to power Is the serial cable or Ethernet cable connected to both the Cubi Scan and the computer or network and are both connections secure Computer connection Is the serial cable connected to the com puter at either the COMI or COM2 port Computer connecti
15. 00 99 6 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 7 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 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 62 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set Dimension Calibration Code Descriptions DAOI Clear the CubiScan DA02 Place 12 Target facing LEFT DA03 Place 12 Target facing RIGHT DA04 Place 12 Target facing UP DAOS 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 Command Alpha 22h 3 1 English or Metric Alpha E M 45h or 4Dh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 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 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
16. 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 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 2 Place the package or object to be cubed and weighed on the platform and slide it against the back corner until it is in contact with both side panels The zero indicator light goes out 32 CubiScan 100 L Operation Measuring Odd Shaped Packages NOTE gt 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 the package are displayed 4 Remove the package from the platform Wait for the zero indi cator to light before placing the next package on the platform If the zero indicator does not light it means that the scale needs to be zeroed To zero the sc
17. 36 Preparing the CubiScan for Calibration 37 Calibrating the Sensors 39 Calibrating the Scale 43 Preparing for Operation 44 Chapter 5 Maintenance 47 Precautions cesses epe eren ua teary DX NL wate et e 47 Cleaning the SensSOIS wsenamansanawa nas 48 Removing the Controller Box 48 Chapter6 Troubleshooting 51 No Response When You Turn Power On 52 Readings Are Not Accurate 52 Computer Error Messages 53 Control Panel Error Messages 54 Timeout BftroEO 4 cep te REPE AA 54 Length Width Height 54 WSIS 5 nee AR tbt nee 55 Other Error Codes eel daa eh 55 Appendix A Communications Protocol 57 Serial RS 232 C Cable Pin Assignments 57 Ethernet TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments 58 CubiScan 100 L Command Set 59 Continuous Measure 60 Dimension Calibration 62 Dimension UU AAA 63 Factor Toggle AAA UE AAA AAR 64 Locati
18. Ah 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 Command Alpha Z SAh 3 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 5 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 1 Zero Command Alpha Z SAh 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h CubiScan 100 L 75 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h Carriage Return Control CR ODh 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 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh TCPAP Communications Setup Command Set Set Port This section describes the commands recognized by the CubiScan 100 L to set up the CubiScan 100 L for communications with a net work using the TCP IP protocol You can use the Qbit for Windows Qbit TCP softwa
19. CubiScan 100 L Operations and Technical Manual Version 4 2 Quantronix Inc Cubing and Weighing Systems 380 South 200 West P O Box 929 Farmington Utah 84025 U S A Phone 801 451 7000 Fax 801 451 0502 email info cubiscan com CubiScan 100 L 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 and Windows 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 100 measurement products incorporate technology protected by U S Patent No 5 422 861 and foreign patents This document copyright O 2010 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 31 2010 The CubiScan 100 L is to be used to determine freight charges of rigid non sound absorbing cuboidal objects only Dimensions shown on the display are of the smallest cuboidal shape in which the object may be enclosed The CubiScan 100
20. End of Text Control ETX 03h CubiScan 100 L 83 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 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 100 L 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 1 Set Command Alpha O 40h 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 ea IP Address pus eee 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 O 40h 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 4Th 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 3 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 1 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 84 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control S
21. F OAh Acknowledge Format 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Scale Calibration Alpha S 53h 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 68 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 4 2 Identifier Numeric 00 99 6 End of Text Control ETX 03h 7 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 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 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 100 L 69 CubiScan 100 L Command Set Communications Protocol
22. Scan 100 L via the power strip see Connect ing Power on page 24 The CubiScan performs self calibration and diagnostic proce dures that take about 5 seconds Do not touch the CubiScan platform during these 5 seconds Installing Qbit for Windows Optional 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 100 L as follows QbitWin is the basic Qbit for Windows application QbitWin with FTP includes the QbitFTP utility to create an output file for FTP dis tribution 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 100 L 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 100 L through the RS 232 C port for TCP IP communi cation 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 26 CubiScan 100 L Setup Setup Checklist Setup Checklist Before using the CubiScan 100 L for the first time verify the fo
23. TX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha O 40h 3 1 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 4Th 4 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 Carriage Return Control CR O0Dh Jd 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Read Gateway Address This command is used to read the current gateway address setting from the CubiScan 100 L 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 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 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 Gateway Address Command Alpha G 47h 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h Sen IP Address Ga seb CubiScan 100 L 85 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII S n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 n 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 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 86 CubiScan 100 L Append
24. X 03h 6 n 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 IP Address Command Alpha I 49h 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 7 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Set Subnet Mask This command is used to set the CubiScan 100 L 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 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 CubiScan 100 L 81 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha 40h 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 on IP Address ane eS 4 n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h S n Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 n 1 Line Feed Control LP OAh 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 A
25. ale make sure that the platform is free of all objects then press lt zero gt Measuring Odd Shaped Packages NOTE gt The CubiScan 100 L 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 100 L however the dimensions will be determined by the closest straight edge or corner and may not accurately represent the actual width height and length of the package 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 Obit for Windows refer to the Obit for Windows User Guide CubiScan 100 L 33 Measuring Odd Shaped Packages Operation NOTES 34 CubiScan 100 L Chapter 4 Calibration This chapter provides instructions for calibrating the CubiScan 100 L The CubiScan 100 L is calibrated at the factory however some circumstances in which recalibration may be requi
26. an 100 L Setup Turning On the CubiScan 1 Locate the AC power adapter which is bundled inside the Cubi Scan base The DC power cord from the power adapter is attached to the controller box 2 Locate the AC power cord supplied and connect it to the AC power adapter 3 Route the AC power cord under the CubiScan base so it cannot be crushed bent or pulled loose 4 Connect the other end of the AC power cord to a standard power strip equipped with an ON OFF switch 5 Place the blue sound dampening pad and then the black base cover on the top of the base When properly inserted the cover should rest flush with the edge of the base 6 Use the power strip switch to turn the CubiScan on and off see Turning On the CubiScan on the next page NOTE t amp A power strip with surge protection is recommended If you are using a computer you can plug the computer into the same power strip so that they will both be powered on at the same time The CubiScan should be powered on before running the Qbit for Windows program to cube and weigh packages Turning On the CubiScan Specific procedures must be followed each time you turn on the CubiScan 100 L as follows 1 Make sure there are no packages or other objects on the Cubi Scan platform CubiScan 100 L 25 Installing Obit for Windows Optional Setup QbitWin or QbitWin with FTP QbitWMS or QbitWMS with FTP QbitEST QbitTCP 2 Turn on the Cubi
27. ation on the care and maintenance of the CubiScan 100 L Routine maintenance and careful handling will help keep the CubiScan 100 L in good operating condition and pre vent service calls or repairs Precautions The CubiScan should not be subjected to extremes in temperature or humidity nor should it be subjected to excessive vibration For environmental recommendations see Placement on page 7 Do not put packages on the platform that are known to be over 100 pounds 45 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 cell The CubiScan has been designed to accept overload without dam age 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 inopera ble CubiScan 100 L 47 Cleaning the Sensors Maintenance Cleaning the Sensors The sensors should be kept clean While dust normally won t inter fere with sensor operation 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 foil and do not t
28. can 100 L Setup NOTE gt Placement Placement F AC power adapter AC power cord and RS 232 communica tions cable G Calibration block H Qbit software CD optional I Operations and Technical Manual this manual Accessories and tools packed with the CubiScan 100 L include the following 6 MS x 0 8 x 14 screws for sensor mounting 6 MS split washers for sensor mounting 6 10 32 x 1 4 screws for vertical edge panel mounting 2 5 mm allen wrench 4 0 mm Allen wrench 5 0 mm Allen wrench 6 0 mm Allen wrench 1 3 Allen wrench 12 x 5 x 3 6 calibration cube If any of the components or accessories are missing or defective contact Quantronix or your system integrator A power strip not included is recommended for turning power off and on The CubiScan 100 L is designed to be operated in a warehouse environment however for proper operation the following condi tions should be met if possible e 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 CubiScan 100 L Assembling the CubiScan 100 L Setup Protect the CubiScan from static electricity especially the con trol panel Place the CubiScan on a flat sturdy surface as free from vibra tion as possible Excess vibration can reduce the accuracy of the CubiScan 100 L scale The CubiSca
29. d 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 100 L 55 Control Panel Error Messages Troubleshooting 20 Set password 21 Define Password 22 External Interrupt 56 CubiScan 100 L Appendix A Communications Protocol This appendix contains the cable pin assignments and command set description for the interface between the CubiScan 100 L and a host computer via a serial RS 232 connection as well as for the interface between the CubiScan 100 L and a network via an Ethernet TCP IP connection CubiScan 100 L Command Set on page 59 lists the commands in the CubiScan 100 L command set used for cubing and weighing and to set up the CubiScan for cubing and weighing TCP IP Commu nications Setup Command Set on page 76 lists the commands used to set up the CubiScan for TCP IP communications with a network Serial RS 232 C Cable Pin Assignments The CubiScan 100 L serial ports use the EIA RS 232 C communi cations protocol The data are serially transmitted ASCII characters The following table shows the serial connector pin assignment
30. de 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 54 CubiScan 100 L Troubleshooting Control Panel Error Messages 3 The sensor may be defective Replace the sensor or contact Quantronix Weight Iftimeout error 01 appears in the WEIGHT window it indicates that no communication is taking place between the load cell and the con troller Consider the following 1 Verify that the load cell connector has not been disconnected 2 The load cell or its cabling may be defective or damaged Inspect and replace the load cell if suspect or contact Quan tronix 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 Loa
31. e Height Top Sensor CubiScan 100 L 15 Removing the Shipping Bolts Setup 6 Insert the M5 hex head screws with split washers through the holes in the back of the corner and thread them into the sensor casing 7 Connect the RJ 45 connector at each sensor location to the con nector on the back of the sensor 8 Tighten the front screws that hold the side panels to the base and verify that all screws are securely tightened Removing the Shipping Bolts Three to five shipping bolts are located on the CubiScan base to anchor the load cell to the base during shipping The shipping bolts are fastened through the frame arm and the base leg The pointers in Figure 9 show the bolt locations Figure 9 Shipping Bolt Locations 16 CubiScan 100 L Setup Leveling 1 After the CubiScan is assembled use the 6 0 mm Allen wrench to remove the shipping bolts 2 Proceed to the next section for information on leveling the CubiScan Do not place the sound dampening pad and base cover on the base until you have leveled the CubiScan and con nected all cables as described in the following sections NOTE t gt The bolts protect the load cell from damage during shipment Retain the shipping bolts and reattach them if you move the CubiScan or ship it to a different location Leveling After assembling the CubiScan and removing the shipping bolts take the following steps to level the CubiScan base 1 Locate the five leve
32. e together Verify that the cable is free and the connector still extends from the top and then tighten the screws Attaching the Sensors CAUTION Though the height width and length sensors are each the same type of sensor they have been calibrated to position The height sensor is labeled Top the length sensor is labeled Left and the width sensor is labeled Right Take the following steps to attach the three sensors to the CubiScan frame Do not touch the gold foil screens on the front of the sensors 1 Place the width sensor labeled Right on the right front cor ner of the base see Figure 7 You will need to push the side panel out slightly to place the sensor in the correct position If you tightened the front most screw you need to loosen it 2 Align the threaded holes in the bottom of the sensor casing with the holes in the base frame 3 Insert the M5 hex head screws with split washers up through the frame and thread them into the sensor casing 4 Attach the length sensor labeled Left on the left front corner in the same manner 14 CubiScan 100 L Setup Assembling the CubiScan 100 L sensor Figure 7 Attaching the Length Left and Width Right Sensors 5 Place the height sensor labeled Top at the top of the corner where the side panels meet see Figure 8 and align the screw holes Figure 8 Attaching th
33. h it into the corner exact positioning is not required Allow the scale to completely stabilize 7 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 39 for instructions To prepare the scale for operation refer to the section below for instructions Preparing for Operation To return the CubiScan to operation mode after calibration proceed as follows 1 Turn off the power switch on the power strip and disconnect the power cord from the power strip 2 Remove the base cover and blue sound dampening pad from the CubiScan base 3 Slide the controller box cover off to expose the DIP switch Be careful not to press the cover against any of the cables in the base 44 CubiScan 100 L Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel Use the tip of a pen or pencil or similar device to move switch 6 on the DIP switch back to the open position Slide the cover back into place over the controller box and reat tach the screws Place the sound dampening pad and base cover back on the base of the CubiScan Plug the power cord back into the power strip and turn it on CubiScan 100 L 45 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration NOTES 46 CubiScan 100 L Chapter 5 Maintenance This chapter provides inform
34. ha Space Oh 127 End of Text Control ETX 03h 128 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 129 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 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Weight Units This command is used to set the weight units to either English pounds 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 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 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 74 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h Carriage Return Control CR ODh 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 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 Line Feed Control LF O
35. he cable connection and if configured correctly will respond to a connection request from the host You can also connect the CubiScan 100 L directly to a computer through a 10 BaseT Ethernet TCP IP port via a standard Ethernet cable A crossover cable is required Connecting to a Barcode Scanner Optional The CubiScan 100 L has an additional RS 232 C port for connec tion to a barcode scanner Contact Quantronix for details on sup ported scanners To connect the CubiScan to a barcode scanner do the following 1 Route the RS 232 serial communications cable from the bar code scanner under the CubiScan base so it cannot be crushed bent or pulled loose CubiScan 100 L 23 Connecting Power Setup 2 The CubiScan controller is located just behind the control panel at the front of the base Connect the free end of the serial cable to the barcode scanner connector on the back of the CubiScan controller as shown below Width Height Length Sensor Sensor Sensor Computer Barcode Scanner Power Load Cell Figure 15 Barcode Scanner Connector 3 To secure the serial cable tighten the screws on the cable con nector It is important that the cable be secure For information on the serial cable pin outs refer to Serial RS 232 C Cable Pin Assignments on page 57 Connecting Power The CubiScan 100 L uses an external AC power adapter Take the following steps to connect power to the CubiScan 24 CubiSc
36. iage Return Control CR ODh 7 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 78 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Set Command Alpha gt 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 Set IP Address This command is used to set the CubiScan 100 L IP address The IP address or Internet address is usually expressed 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 100 L 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 2 1 Set Command Alpha O 40h 3 1 IP Address Command Alpha T 49h 4 es IP Address iue D m 4 n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h S n Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 n 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh CubiScan 100 L 79 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol
37. ic 0000 9999 11 6 Location Id City Code Alpha 000000 ZZZZZZ 17 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 18 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 19 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh Negative Acknowledge Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 Units Command Alpha U 55h 3 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 3 Carriage Return Control CR ODh 6 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh CubiScan 100 L 71 CubiScan 100 L 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 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 Carriage Return Control CR O0Dh 5 1 Line Feed 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 DBW Numeric 00 0 99 9 8 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 9 4 Width DBW Numeric 00 0 99 9 13 1 Comma Alpha LI 2Ch 14 4 Height DBW Numeric 00 0 99 9 18 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 19 4 Length CPI Numeric 0000 9999 23 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 24 4 Width CPI Numeric 0000 9999 28 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 29 4 Height CPI Numeric 0000 9999 33 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 34 4 Length Blanki
38. ide or to zero on page 32 While the CubiScan has overload protection objects heavier than 100 pounds 45 kg should not be placed on the platform CAUTION Overloading the scale or shock loading dropping a heavy object on the scale can cause permanent zero shift making the scale inoperable Cubing and Weighing Using Obit for Windows Refer to the Obit 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 CD ROM or you can download 1t from the Quantronix Web site at www cubiscan com NOTE gt For information on measuring odd shaped packages refer to Mea suring Odd Shaped Packages on page 33 Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel All controls and displays for the CubiScan 100 L 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 30 CubiScan 100 L Operation Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel ments and weight cannot be recorded they are displayed on the con trol panel 6 Quantronix Inc CubiScan 100 S o 801 451 0500 WEIGHT LENGTH MIN w DTH MIN HEIGHT zero Ib in pos kg cm DIM WEIGHT DIM FACTOR dom inti U SPatent No 5 042 015 Other domestic and foreign patents pending Figure 16 CubiScan 100 L Control Panel NOTE 13 If you have not already done so re
39. ix B Parts List Following is a list of parts that can be purchased for the CubiScan 100 L as spare parts or if replacement is necessary Part No Description Quantity Unit Q0120300 Main Controller Assembly Q0129100 Sensor Assembly 3 Q0127900 Plate Scale Top Base cover 1 Q0128000 Plate Sound Deadening Blue sound dampening pad 1 Q0149300 Serial Communications Cable 10 ft 1 Q0135000 Power Supply 12 VDC 30 Watt 1 Q0135100 Cord AC Power 1 Q0027300 Calibration Cube 12 x 5 x 3 6 Black 1 Q0131700 Sensor Cable Assembly 2 ft 2 Q0132300 Sensor Cable Assembly 5 5 ft 1 recommended spares CubiScan 100 L 87 Parts List NOTES 88 CubiScan 100 L
40. l lowing Have the CubiScan 100 L and the computer if applicable been placed in the proper operating environment page 7 CJ Has the CubiScan been fully assembled page 8 Q Have the three sensors been attached to the CubiScan and have the sensor cables been connected to the sensors page 14 Have all screws bolts and nuts been tightened Have the shipping bolts been removed page 16 Has the base of the CubiScan been leveled page 17 a n Is the CubiScan free moving The CubiScan should not be pushed up against a wall and no object cable etc should be resting on it or against it O Has the serial communications or RJ 45 cable been attached to the CubiScan 100 L and the computer or network 1f applica ble page 19 CJ Optional Has the barcode scanner been connected properly page 23 Has the AC power adapter been connected correctly page 24 CJ If you are using Qbit for Windows to operate the CubiScan 100 L has the software been copied onto your computer s hard disk drive Refer to the Obit for Windows User Guide for information CubiScan 100 L 27 Setup Checklist Setup J Does the CubiScan require recalibration The CubiScan 100 L was calibrated at the factory but may require recalibration due to handling during shipping Refer to page 35 for information on calibrating the CubiScan 100 L If you are using Qbit for Windows software check the status of the CubiScan bef
41. ling legs under the base Their positions are indicated by the pointers in Figure 10 below Figure 10 Leveling Legs Positions CubiScan 100 L 17 Leveling Setup 2 Figure 11 shows the location of the leveling bubble Look at the leveling bubble and determine if the CubiScan 100 L is level Figure 11 Leveling Bubble Location A close up of the bubble level is shown below Figure 12 Leveling Bubble Close up 18 CubiScan 100 L Setup Connecting to a Computer or Network NOTE tF If the base is not level adjust the legs up or down until the bub ble is centered in or touching the center circle of the level To adjust the height of a leg lift the base slightly and turn the threaded leg Looking toward the leg turn 1t clockwise to lower it and counterclockwise to raise it When you are finished leveling the CubiScan verify that all five of the CubiScan s legs are resting on the supporting surface If the CubiScan does not sit flat it may wobble or vibrate during measure ment which can cause errors 4 Proceed to the following sections for information on connecting a computer optional a barcode scanner optional and power to the CubiScan Do not place the sound dampening pad and base cover on the base until you have connected all cables Connecting to a Computer or Network To operate the CubiScan 100 L you can connect it to a computer or a network o
42. lpha 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 Carriage Return Control CR ODh P 1 Line Feed Control LF OAh 82 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Read Subnet Address This command is used to read the current subnet mask setting from the CubiScan 100 L Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command 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 End of Text Control ETX 03h 5 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 Subnet Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 Acknowledge Alpha A 41h 5 en IP Address ne poen S n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 n 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 Subnet Address Command Alpha N 4Eh 4 1 Neg Acknowledge Alpha N 4Eh 5 1
43. me 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 ens Been subject to misuse negligent handling improper installation accident damage by fire submersion or act of God Had serial numbers altered defaced or removed m o 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 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Product Description 1 Specifications heiss DEM xS td a ies 3 Setup ioc IO E ees 5 Un
44. move the thin protective film that covers the CubiScan control panel Peel it back from one of the cor ners using your fingernail and then pull it off WEIGHT This displays the measured weight in pounds Ib or kilograms kg as selected LENGTH These display the measured dimensions in inches in or centimeters WIDTH cm as selected HEIGHT DIM WEIGHT _ This displays the dimensional weight in pounds Ib or kilograms kg as selected DIM FACTOR This displays the dimensional factor currently being used to calcu late the dimensional weight zero Indicator This indicates that the scale platform is empty and ready to receive a package This indicator must be lit before you can place a package on the platform When you place a package on the platform the indicator goes off CubiScan 100 L 31 Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel Operation Ib kg dom inti in cm Zero msr 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 centimeters per pound 3179
45. n s platform is free floating it is resting on a spring load cell Maintain a minimum of one inch clearance at the back and sides of the CubiScan Do not rest objects against or set objects on the CubiScan when not in use e Ifa computer 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 100 L Orient the CubiScan so the control panel faces the operator Assembling the CubiScan 100 L This section provides instructions for assembling the CubiScan 100 L by taking the following steps Attach the side panels to the base page 9 e Route the height sensor cable through the corner channel where the right and left panels meet page 12 Attach the sensors to the frame page 14 Connect the RJ 45 connectors on the sensor cables to the sensors page 14 8 CubiScan 100 L Setup Assembling the CubiScan 100 L Figure 3 CubiScan 100 L Assembly Overview Attaching the Side Panels The left and right side are determined when facing the front of the CubiScan The left side panel as a wrap around edge and the right side panel has standoffs that extend from the edge Each side panel has five tapered holes that align with the mounting screws Figure 4 on the next page shows the panels aligned but not attached Figure 5 on page 12 shows the panels attached
46. ng Numeric 0 00 9 99 38 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 72 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 39 4 Width Blanking Numeric 0 00 9 99 43 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 44 4 Height Blanking Numeric 0 00 9 99 48 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 49 4 Length Gain Numeric 00 0 99 9 53 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 54 4 Width Gain Numeric 00 0 99 9 58 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 59 4 Height Gain Numeric 00 0 99 9 63 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 64 2 Length Pulses Numeric 00 99 66 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 67 2 Width Pulses Numeric 00 99 69 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 70 2 Height Pulses Numeric 00 99 72 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 73 3 Length Wait Time Numeric 000 999 76 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 77 3 Width Wait Time Numeric 000 999 80 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 81 3 Height Wait Time Numeric 000 999 84 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 85 4 Model Number Alpha 50 100L 89 1 Comma Alpha 6 2Ch 90 3 Scale Capacity English Numeric 000 999 A 93 1 Comma Alpha 2Ch 94 5 Firmware Version Alpha 0 000 9 999 CubiScan 100 L 73 CubiScan 100 L Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 99 28 Future Growth Alp
47. nnot be crushed bent or pulled loose 3 The CubiScan controller is located just behind the control panel at the front of the base Connect one end of the serial cable to the computer serial connector on the back of the CubiScan con troller as shown below 20 CubiScan 100 L Setup Connecting to a Computer or Network Width Height Length Sensor Sensor Sensor Computer Barcode Scanner n Power Load Cell Figure 13 Serial Cable Connector 4 Locate a free serial communications port on the back of your computer Determine whether the port is 9 pin or 25 pin Refer to your computer s documentation if necessary to identify the ports 5 Connect the other end of the serial communications cable to your computer s serial port If the 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 6 To secure the serial cable tighten the screws two on each con nector at both ends of the cable It is important that the cable be secure For information on the serial cable pin outs refer to Serial RS 232 C Cable Pin Assignments on page 57 CubiScan 100 L 21 Connecting to a Computer or Network Setup Connecting to a Network Optional You can connect the CubiScan 100 L to a network through a stan dard 10 BaseT Ethernet TCP IP port You will need a standard Ethernet cable with RJ 45 connectors see Ethernet TCP IP Cable Pin As
48. o a PC computer or multi plexor via the CubiScan 100 L RS 232 C serial port The CubiScan 100 L may also be interfaced with other host systems via a standard 10 BaseT Ethernet TCP IP port contact Quantronix for details The collected data are also displayed on the control panel An additional RS 232 C port is provided for connection to a bar code scanner contact Quantronix for information on supported scanners The CubiScan 100 L has three sensors ultrasonic transducers that determine the length width and height of an object placed on its measuring surface The object is simultaneously weighed by a pre cision aluminum load cell The load cell and sensors are controlled by a proprietary Quantronix controller The controller load cell and support circuitry are located in the base of the CubiScan 100 L The CubiScan 100 L has been designed for use in industrial envi ronments The load cell frame and sensor housings are made of forged and machined aluminum The CubiScan 100 L is easy to assemble set up operate and main tain Its simple design and extreme accuracy coupled with intelli CubiScan 100 L Product Description gent self contained circuitry make the CubiScan 100 L a valuable weighing measuring tool The CubiScan 100 L was calibrated at the factory but may require recalibration due to handling during shipping Complete calibration instructions for the CubiScan 100 L are provided in Chapter 4 Cal ibra
49. ol 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 p Ja 4Dh 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 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 100 L 61 CubiScan 100 L Command Set Communications Protocol Dimension Calibration This function is reguired 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 FIVE times to complete sensor calibration Dimension calibration codes are defined below Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII Command Format 1 1 Start of Text Control STX 02h 2 1 Dim Calibration Alpha D 44h 3 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 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
50. on Is the Com Port in the Options dialog box Tools menu configured for the correct port Network connection Is the Cubiscan 100 L properly config ured for TCP IP communication QbitTCP software is used to configure the CubiScan through the RS 232 C port Is there a problem with the CubiScan 100 L Perform the Status function in Qbit for Windows to check the status of the Cubi Scan 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 100 L 53 Control Panel Error Messages Troubleshooting Control Panel Error Messages NOTE gt Several predefined error codes are programmed into the CubiScan 100 L and if a computer is not connected may be displayed 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 occasionally 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 co
51. on Id City Code 65 ji CubiScan 100 L Table of Contents Me s re cd eed CER OUR ERN at aaa in ted 66 Scale CalibratiOn dera qeu eR UD WEE ES 68 Tess ode n entem etit en ane Me ges oun doeet do RR 69 Units re DU 70 Valle cuotas aee y pe eu ee eee Dad pete Sc ente ants 72 Weight UU III ELE 74 KA e de s bo e 75 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set 76 SeUPOFU XS AKAWA SANE AA da MARA WA SIA Be ae 76 Read Port ios ete AA AAA Re EN 78 Set IP Address 3 ad tees ba Sih alien Hea AA tba lea de 79 Read IP Addtess iii in eaten ee Mies AI 80 Set Subnet Mask AA Wa NUR a 81 Read Subnet Address II KUA 83 Set Gateway Address AI cece ene 84 Read Gateway Address 85 Appendix B Parts List 87 CubiScan 100 L ili Table of Illustrations Figure 1l CubiScan 100 L vee thee a PAA ee RIED READER ER TES 2 Figure2 CubiScan 100 L Components 6 Figure3 CubiScan 100 L Assembly Overview 9 Figure4 Side Panels Aligned not attached 10 Figure5 Side Panels Attached 12 Figure6 Routing the Height Sensor Cable Between the Side Panels 13 Figure8 Attaching the Height Top Sensor 15 Figure 7 Attaching the
52. ore Operating it Refer to the Obit for Windows User Guide for information on checking the CubiScan s status 28 CubiScan 100 L Chapter 3 Operation NOTE gt This chapter provides instructions for operating the CubiScan 100 L The platform of the CubiScan should be kept clean and free of objects that are not being measured Before You Begin NOTE gt Follow the procedures below to turn on the CubiScan The Cubi Scan 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 100 L via the power strip The CubiScan performs self calibration and diagnostic procedures that take about 5 seconds Do not touch the CubiScan platform during these 5 seconds 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 CubiScan 100 L 29 Cubing and Weighing Using Qbit for Windows Operation NOTE 13 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 Obit for Windows User Gu
53. ouch it with fingers tools or brushes Doing so may result in damage CAUTION Removing the Controller BOK If you suspect a problem with the CubiScan 100 L controller first review the Troubleshooting chapter 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 2 Remove the base cover from the CubiScan base The cover is recessed and can simply be lifted out 3 Remove the blue sound dampening pad 4 Place the cover and blue pad in a safe location where they will not get stepped on or bent 48 CubiScan 100 L Maintenance Removing the Controller Box Locate the controller box the metal box directly behind the control panel inside the base Disconnect all connectors that are attached to the controller box as follows To remove a sensor connector press the tab on the connector 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 o 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
54. packing eia lis o KA EA NEN NES 6 Placement 1v A e AR ee deu des 7 Assembling the CubiScan 100 L 8 Attaching the Side Panels 9 Routing the Height Sensor Cable 12 Attaching the Sensors 1 0 eee eee eee 14 Removing the Shipping Bolts 16 L eyeling ou see ee eet Ede ER Alen A duet 17 Connecting to a Computer or Network 19 Connecting to a Computer Optional 20 Connecting to a Network Optional 22 Connecting to a Barcode Scanner Optional 23 Connecting POW eLiszc2o2svias mew dla ea eed RAI ie 24 Turning On the CubiScan 25 Installing Qbit for Windows Optional 26 Setup Checkliste serranos ini a aa qb Dm Tuch 27 Operation 29 Before You Begin 29 Cubing and Weighing Using Qbit for Windows 30 Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel 30 Measuring Odd Shaped Packages 33 CubiScan 100 L Table of Contents Chapter4 Calibration 35 Before YOU Begin sese serren a ESEE da 35 Calibrating Using the Control Panel
55. r you can use the control panel as follows Connect it to a PC or compatible computer through the RS 232 C serial port on the back of the control panel Use the Qbit for Windows software on the computer to run the CubiScan 100 L Connect it to a host system via a standard 10 BaseT Ethernet TCP IP port You can use Qbit for Windows software to config ure the CubiScan through the RS 232 C port for TCP IP com munication QbitTCP and to run the CubiScan from a worksta tion Contact Quantronix for information on available software Or refer to Appendix A Communications Protocol on page 57 for command protocol and setup parameters CubiScan 100 L 19 Connecting to a Computer or Network Setup e Operate the CubiScan without a computer using the control panel Refer to Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel on page 30 for information NOTE gt If you are not going to connect the CubiScan to a computer or net work proceed to page 24 for information on connecting power Connecting to a Computer Optional To connect the CubiScan 100 L to a computer do the following Disconnect power from the CubiScan 100 L and the computer before connecting them CAUTION 1 Place the computer in its permanent location generally close to the CubiScan Refer to Placement on page 7 for informa tion 2 Routethe RS 232 serial communications cable supplied through the opening in the base so it ca
56. rating Using the Control Panel NOTE tF NOTE tF The following sections provide instructions for sensor and scale cal ibration using the CubiScan s control panel For instructions on calibrating the CubiScan using Qbit for Windows refer to the Qbit for Windows User Guide All controls and displays for the CubiScan 100 L are located on the control panel at the front of the base For information on the con trols and indicators refer to Cubing and Weighing Using the Control Panel on page 30 If a computer is not connected you can use the control panel to cal ibrate the sensors and the scale In calibration mode the weight dimension units lb 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 36 CubiScan 100 L Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel Preparing the CubiScan for Calibration To prepare the CubiScan 100 L for calibration proceed as follows 1 Turn off the power switch on the power strip and disconnect the power cord from the power strip Remove the base cover from the CubiScan base The cover is recessed and can simply be lifted out Remove the blue sound dampening pad Place the cover and blue pad in a safe location where they will not get stepped on or bent Locate the controller box the me
57. re to configure the CubiScan 100 L for TCP IP communications Contact Quan tronix for information Configuration of the CubiScan 100 L for TCP IP communication is performed through the RS 232 C serial communications port using the following commands This command is used to set the CubiScan 100 L TCP port number In TCP IP networks port numbers are used to distinguish between different logical channels on the same network interface on the 76 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set same computer For example port 80 is used for HTTP traffic on 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 100 L TCP port be set to a number between 49152 and 65535 to avoid conflicts Consult your network administrator to select the port number 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
58. red include the following e Calibrate the CubiScan 100 L 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 calibration should be performed monthly and sensor calibration yearly 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 53 or Control Panel Error Messages on page 54 for more information Before You Begin Before calibrating the CubiScan 100 L remove all packages or other material from the platform and blow any dust off the sensor screens Refer to page 48 for information on cleaning the sensors CubiScan 100 L 35 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration NOTE gt To perform the calibration you will need the following Official test weight in the range of 50 100 pounds 25 45 kg it is recommended that you calibrate with the maximum weight e 2 x 5 x 3 6 calibration cube supplied with the CubiScan remove the wrapping from the calibration cube before use The calibration cube should be kept clean and undamaged you will need it each time you calibrate the CubiScan 100 L The sensors and the scale load cell are calibrated separately Calib
59. s All other pins are not connected RS 232 C Male DB 9 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 100 L 57 Ethernet TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments Communications Protocol The following table shows the parameters for asynchronous com munications through the RS 232 serial 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 100 L Ethernet port uses the 10 BaseT TCP IP com munications 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 No Connection 5 NC No Connection 6 RD Receive Data 7 NC No Connection 8 NC No Connection 58 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set CubiScan 100 L Command Set This section describes the commands recognized by the CubiScan 100 L to cube and weigh packages and to set up the CubiScan for cubing and weighing dimension units factor toggle calibration zero and so 0n All command packets begin with an STX start of text and end wi
60. s Msr Com Alpha C 43h 3 End of Text Control ETX 03h 4 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 60 CubiScan 100 L Communications Protocol CubiScan 100 L Command Set Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 34 1 Comma Alpha 6 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 l Unit Alpha D D 44h or 49h 60 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 61 Carriage Return Contr
61. 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 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 to incorporate improvements in material and design of its products without notice and is not obligated to incorporate the sa
62. signments on page 58 The network host device determines whether a straight through or crossover cable is required Consult your network administrator 1f necessary to deter mine your local cabling requirements Do the following to connect the CubiScan 100 L to a network 1 Route the Ethernet cable under the base so it cannot be crushed bent or pulled loose 2 The CubiScan controller is located just behind the control panel at the front of the base Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector on the back of the CubiScan controller as shown below Push the connector in until it latches There should be an audible snap when the connector latches Width Height Length Sensor Sensor Sensor Figure 14 Ethernet Cable Connector 22 CubiScan 100 L Setup Connecting to a Barcode Scanner Optional NOTE tF 3 Insert the RJ 45 connector on the other end of the cable into the network socket and push until it latches For information on the Ethernet cable pin outs refer to Ether net TCP IP Cable Pin Assignments on page 58 4 Use Quantronix QbitTCP software to configure the Cubiscan 100 L through the RS 232 C port for TCP IP communication or refer to Appendix A Communications Protocol on page 57 for information on the TCP IP command protocol and setup parameters Contact Quantronix if you need additional assis tance When it is turned on the CubiScan 100 L will recognize t
63. t the right side panel make certain it is touching both side panels as shown below 40 CubiScan 100 L Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel Figure 19 Calibration Cube Placement for Width Sensor Press lt msr gt The HEIGHT window displays 12 0 Turn the calibration cube so that it is standing on its end in the corner with the 12 side perpendicular to the platform make certain the calibration cube is touching both side panels as shown below CubiScan 100 L 41 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration Figure 20 Calibration Cube Placement for Height Sensor 10 Press lt msr gt The LENGTH WIDTH and HEIGHT windows should all be blank This completes sensor calibration If you need to calibrate the scale refer to the next section for instructions To prepare the CubiScan for operation refer to page 44 for instructions 42 CubiScan 100 L Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibrating the Scale NOTE tF To calibrate the CubiScan scale you need an official test weight in the range of 50 100 pounds 25 45 kg it is recommended that you calibrate with the maximum weight IMPORTANT Do not begin scale calibration until you have the test weight Calibrating 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
64. tal box directly behind the control panel inside the base and remove its cover by remov ing the four screws one at each edge and sliding it back Be careful not to press the cover against any of the cables within the base Locate the DIP switch inside the controller box as shown below and locate switch number 6 on the DIP switch CubiScan 100 L 37 Calibrating Using the Control Panel Calibration BBBBBBBB ALINI Figure 17 Controller DIP Switch 7 Use the tip of a pen or pencil or similar device to move switch 6 to the closed position One side of the DIP switch is labeled OPEN 8 Slide the cover back into place over the controller box but do not attach the screws yet 9 Place the sound dampening pad and base cover back on the base of the CubiScan 10 Plug the power cord back into the power strip and turn it on After running self diagnostics about five seconds the CubiScan 100 L is in calibration mode 38 CubiScan 100 L Calibration Calibrating Using the Control Panel 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
65. th 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 100 L recognizes the following commands from the command set for both a serial and Ethernet connection CubiScan 100 L 59 CubiScan 100 L 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 Continuou
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67. tion Figure 1 CubiScan 100 L CubiScan 100 L Product Description Specifications 1 5 A maximum current draw 1 0 A typical Specifications Electrical Voltage 95 250 VAC 47 63 Hz Current Power Supply External switching 12V030A Measuring Capacities Minimum Package Dimensions Maximum Package Dimensions Dimension Increment Maximum Package Weight Weight Increment Environmental Operating Temperature 0 5 x 0 5 x 0 5 in 1 3 x 1 3 x 1 3 cm 24 x 24 x 36in 60 x 60 x 91 cm 0 1 in 0 2 cm 100 lb 45 kg 05 Ib 02 kg 40 to 104 F 5 to 40 C Humidity 0 to 90 non condensing CubiScan 100 L Specifications Product Description Physical Measuring Surface 24 x 24 in 60 x 60 cm Total Footprint Required 30 x 30 in 76 x 76 cm Height 46 in 117 cm Shipping Weight 70 lb 32 kg Net Weight 57 lb 26 kg Shipping Dimensions 34 x 46 5 x 8 5 in Outputs Two 2 EIA RS 232 C serial communications ports See Appendix A for communications protocol 10 BaseT Ethernet TCP IP port See Appendix A for communications protocol and setup parame ters Qbit for Windows QbitTCP software can be used to con figure through the RS 232 C port the CubiScan 100 L for TCP IP communication Contact Quantronix for information Load Cell The load cell is made of forged machined and anodized aluminum en
68. tion on Setup refer to the Configuring QbitXXX chapter in the Obit for Windows User Guide Problems with your computer may affect operation of the CubiScan 100 L 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 100 L 51 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 100 L 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 Verify that the DC power cord is securely connected to the power connector on the back of the CubiScan Readings Are Not Accurate If you suspect that the CubiScan 100 L 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
69. 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 1 Port Command Alpha P 50h CubiScan 100 L 77 TCP IP Communications Setup Command Set Communications Protocol Pos Len Description Type Range ASCII 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 Port This command is used to read the current TCP Port number setting from the CubiScan 100 L 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 5orn Port Alpha 1 to 65535 S n 1 End of Text Control ETX 03h 6 n 1 Carr
70. vironmentally sealed up to IP65 levels Dual bridge 350 Ohm strain gage The standard net capacity is 100 lb 45 kg CubiScan 100 L Chapter 2 Setup This chapter provides instructions for assembling and setting up the CubiScan 100 L Perform the steps to set up the CubiScan in the following order Unpack the CubiScan page 6 Place the CubiScan where you will be using it page 7 Assemble the CubiScan page 8 Remove the shipping bolts page 16 Level the CubiScan page 17 Connect the CubiScan to a computer or network optional page 19 Connect the CubiScan to a barcode scanner optional page 23 Connect power to the CubiScan and place the sound dampening cover and base cover on the base page 24 Turn on the CubiScan 100 L page 25 Install the Qbit for Windows PC control software optional page 26 CubiScan 100 L Unpacking Setup Unpacking Examine the container and the CubiScan 100 L carefully for any damage If after unpacking you discover any damage to the Cubi Scan 100 L contact the carrier immediately The CubiScan is shipped in a single container with all components Refer to Figure 2 and the list below it to identify the components Figure 2 CubiScan 100 L Components Base Side panels right side panel has standoffs left side panel has wrap around edge Base cover Blue sound dampening pad 3 sensors in aluminum housings with mounting screws a gt moo 6 CubiS

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