KINGKIRD INDICATOR

♥Mettler-Toledo, Inc. 2000

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the express written permission of Mettler-Toledo, Inc.

CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................... 1
KINGBIRD OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................ 1
MODEL IDENTIFICATION .................................................................................................................... 2
SPECIFICATION .................................................................................................................................. 3
2 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................... 4
LOCATION/ENVIRONMENT ................................................................................................................. 4
INSPECTION AND CONTENTS CHECKLIST ........................................................................................... 4
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................... 4
3 PROGRAMMING AND CONFIGURATION.......................................................................... 7
GENERAL INFORMATION.................................................................................................................... 7
F1 SCALE INTERFACE PROGRAM BLOCK ......................................................................................... 10
F2 APPLICATION ENVIRONMENT BLOCK......................................................................................... 12
F3 CONFIGURE SERIAL I/O BLOCK ................................................................................................. 14
F5 WEIGH MODE BLOCK ................................................................................................................. 15
F6 DIAGNOSTICS BLOCK ................................................................................................................. 16
4 KINGBIRD OPERATION........................................................................................................ 17
KINGBIRD DISPLAY AREA ............................................................................................................... 17
TERMINAL KEYPAD ......................................................................................................................... 18
OPERATOR FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................... 19
ADVANCED OPERATOR FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................. 20
CONTROLLER PCB SWITCHES AND JUMPERS ................................................................................... 21
5 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 22
PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................................... 22
ERROR CODE ................................................................................................................................... 22
VOLTAGE CHECKS ........................................................................................................................... 22
6 SPARE PARTS .......................................................................................................................... 24
RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS ......................................................................................................... 24
APPENDIX I RS232 SERIAL INTERFACE .............................................................................. 25
SERIAL DATA OUTPUT IN DEMAND MODE ...................................................................................... 25
SERIAL DATA OUTPUT IN CONTINUOUS MODE ................................................................................ 27
STATUS BYTE DEFINITION ............................................................................................................... 27
APPENDIX II GRAVITY COMPENSATION FACTORS - GEO VALUES............................ 29
GRAVITATIONAL ACCELERATION FORCES ....................................................................................... 29
GRAVITATIONAL FORCE ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................ 29
GEO VALUE ..................................................................................................................................... 29
PRECAUTIONS
READ this manual BEFORE
installing, operating, or WARNING
servicing this equipment.
ONLY PERMIT QUALIFIED ERSONNEL
TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.
EXERCISE CARE WHEN MAKING
CHECKS, TESTS AND ADJUSTMENTS
THAT MUST BE MADE WITH POWER
ON. FAILING TO OBSERVE THESE
PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN
BODILY HARM.
FOLLOW these instructions
carefully.

WARNING
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST
SAVE this manual for future SHOCK HAZARD CONNECT TO
reference. PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY.
DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUND PRONG.

DO NOT allow untrained

WARNING
personnel to operate, clean, DISCONNECT ALL POWER TO THIS UNIT
inspect, maintain, service, or BEFORE REMOVING THE FUSE OR
tamper with this equipment. SERVICING.

ALWAYS DISCONNECT
this equipment from the power CAUTION
source before cleaning or
performing maintenance. BEFORE CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING ANY INTERNAL
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OR INTERCONNECTING WIRING
BETWEEN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT ALWAYS REMOVE POWER AND
WAIT AT LEAST THIRTY (30) SECONDS BEFORE ANY CONNECTIONS
OR DISCONNECTIONS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO OR DESTRUCTION OF
CALL METTLER TOLEDO THE EQUIPMENT OR BODILY HARM.
for parts, information, and
service.
1 Introduction
This manual provides detailed information for installing, programming, and servicing the
KINGBIRD industrial scale terminal, an excellent performance basic capability weighing instrument
designed to meet the needs of Bench & Floor scale application, meanwhile, the terminal provides
multiple weighing functions , e.g. Animal weighing , basic counting , hold and weight accumulation ,
autoprint ….. , you can use the KINGBIRD terminal throughout your facility to serve all of these
diverse applications .
Information on operating the KINGBIRD terminal can be found on the operation card along with the
product.
Review all instructions and safety precautions carefully. Installation and service procedures should
be performed only by authorized personnel .

Kingbird Overview
The KINGBIRD terminal provides the solution to customer with the right mix of attributes. Key
attributes designed into the Kingbird includes ease-of-installation, ease-of - use, flexibility and
reliability.

Ease-of-installation

Multi-Voltage Power Supply --- The Kingbird terminal can be ordered with one of three different
power supplies. 100VAC, 120VAC and 220VAC are available. The correct power supply is defined
by the destination market . The correct power supply is installed when you order the unit.

Simple Mounting ----- The Kingbird terminal may be used at desk-top, Column mount and wall
mount (with optional mounting bracket).
Plug and play ---- The Kingbird terminal uses female D subminiature connector to the load cell and
RS232 .

Ease- of –Use
Operator Display --- The bright vacuum fluorescent display provides easy viewing in even the
poorest lighting conditions.
Keyboard --- Kingbird ‘s tactile –feel keyboard has large , easy-to-target keys . The function keys can
be used to access various functions in the Kingbird. The key overlay is constructed of a durable
polyester material that resist physical wear and chemical attack.

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Flexibility
Configuration ---- An advanced “ Program block “ menu tree allows the Kingbird to be
configured quickly to fit a wide variety of applications. Navigation in the menu tree is simple and
consistent.
Versatile weighing mode ---- Through the different setting in the setup menu, the Kingbird
terminal may be configured as auto-print, auto-accumulation, and animal weighing , counting ,
hold etc.

Reliability
ISO 9001 Quality ---- The Kingbird was developed , produced , and tested in a Mettler-
Toledo facility that has been audited and registered according to international ISO 9001
quality standards .
Factory Assembly ---- Factory assembled models will be tested as a system , including all
internal functions and communication , and shipped ready for installation “ out of the box “ .
Serviceability ---- Extensive hardware and software diagnostics make internal or external
problems easy to identify and correct .
Performance Standards ---- The Kingbird is designed to meet all international weights and
measures and electrical safety standards . It also has high immunity to external influences such
as radio frequency and eletromagnetic interference and static discharge .

Model Identification

Use the information below to confirm the correct model number for the KINGBIRD terminal
with which you will be working. The model number is found on the data plate.
K TG N ---1 0 0 0 --- X X X

Kingbird
Terminal

Scale Interface
(1= Analog L/C )

Unuse
Market
(Country finish code)

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Specification
The KINGBIRD conforms to the specifications listed in this chapter.

Standard Features
• Scale functions
Analog (up to 4 x 350ohm cells ) scales supported
10,000d display resolution
A/D conversion rate : 20 times/ second
Pushbotton tare
Automatic tare above threshold
Automatic clear to gross below threshold
Automatic zero maintenance
Units switching ( lb,kg,g , Newton )
TraxDSP vibration rejection
Manual and auto accumulation
• Weighing functions
Animal weighing
Basic counting
Hold
Manual and Auto-print
Accumulation
• Serial data functions
Output on demand and continuous mode
Print interlock to prevent duplicate prints

Physical Dimensions

The KINGBIRD terminal measures: 230mm wide x 172mm high at the front of the terminal and is
157mm deep.

Display and Keyboard

The display is a seven-character, seven-segment, 0.55in (12.7mm) vacuum fluorescent numeric

display.
The keyboard consists of a membrane spring switch covered with the domed polyester overlay.
The lens are polyester and have hardcoating to resist damage to the lens.

Power Requirements
The KINGBIRD is provided with a universal (manually selectable) power supply which operates
from 85 to 264VAC. The supply operate with a line frequency of 49 to 63Hz. Power consumption is
12 Watts maximum. The factory pack the product according the country finish code to determine
they power voltage and power cord type.
The integrity of the power ground for equipment is important for both safety and dependable
operation of the KINGBIRD and its associated scale base . A poor ground can result in an unsafe
condition if an electrical short develops in the equipment . A good ground connection is needed to
assure extraneous electrical noise pulses are minimized . It is important that equipment doesn’t share
power line with noise generating equipment like heavy load switching , motor starter circuit , RF
thermal heaters , inductive loads and the like .

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2 Installation
This chapter gives detailed instructions and important information you will need to install the
Kingbird terminal successfully. Please read this chapter thoroughly before you begin installation.

Location/Environment
The first step in installing the KINGBIRD terminal is to select the best location. Placing the
KINGBIRD terminal in an appropriate location will enhance its longevity and operation. Keep
in mind the following when choosing a location for the KINGBIRD terminal:
• The KINGBIRD terminal can be operated between a temperature range of –10° C to 45° C at
10% to 95% humidity, noncondensing.
• The storage temperature range is from –40° C to 60° C at 10% to 95% humidity,
noncondensing.
• The KINGBIRD terminal enclosure meets IP4X , it can NOT be used at washdown
application , only be located at dry area .
• The KINGBRID terminal is not intrinsic safe ! Contact your authorized METTLER-
TOLEDO representative about hazardous area applications.

Inspection and Contents Checklist

Please follow the procedures listed below to check the contents of the product package:
• If the KINGBIRD terminal’s shipping container appears damaged upon delivery, check inside for
damage. File a freight claim with the carrier if necessary.
• If the container was undamaged, unpack the container if you have not already done so. Keep the
original packing material for future use.
• Make sure the KINGBIRD terminal package contains the following :

KINGBIRD terminal ( indicator )

The Service manual

The Operation Card

Security Seal

Capacity Sheet Labels

Accessory bag

Electrical Connections

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 The KINGBIRD terminal provides “plug-n-play ”type electrical connection , please see the below drawing
to find the location of the connection port :

COM1 : one 25 pin female D subminiature for RS232 serial port

Load Cell : one 9 pin female D subminiature for load cell connection .

Connect the load cell

The analog load cell connector to the terminal is a female 9-pin D subminiature connector. The
following diagram shows the pins assignments for 9 pin D subminiature connector.
Standard 6-wire cable
+EXC ------ 1
+SEN ------ 2
SHLD ------3
-SEN ------ 4
-EXC ------ 5
+SIG ------ 7
-SIG ------ 8
The maximum cable length for analog load cell connections to the Kingbird terminal depends on the
total scale resistance (TSR) of the scale base. To calculate TSR:

Load cell Input Resistance (Ohms)

TSR= Number of Load cells

This chart gives recommended cable lengths based on TSR and cable gauge. The Kingbird terminal can
power up to four 350 Ohm analog load cells.
Recommended Maximum Cable Length
TSR 24 Gauge 20 Gauge 16 Gauge
(Ohms ) (feet ) (feet) (feet)
350 800 2000 4000
87 200 600 1000

Minimum Increment Size for Analog Scale Input.

The minimum increment size selection for an analog scale input is determined by calculating the
microvolts per increment for the desired build. To calculate the microvolts per increment, solve the
following equation for µV per increment.

Increment Size x cell output x5000

µ VperIncrement =

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 Load Cell Capacity xRatio

The increment size, scale capacity, and load cell capacity must all be measured in the same weight
units, lb or kg. If the weight units for any of these variables are listed in kg units, multiply by
2.2046 to convert to lb units for the purposes of this calculation.
Load cell output is rated in mV/V (millivolts per volt of excitation), marked on load cell data tag.
Mettler Toledo load cells are typically 2 mV/V. Other load cells can range from 1 mV/V to 4.5
mV/V.
The load cell capacity is the rated capacity marked on load cell data tag. The ratio is the total
number of load cells in the system or the total lever ratio (if scale is a mechanical lever system
conversion).
Sample Calculation
1. Refer to the following example of µV per increment calculation for a Model 2158 floor
scale installation.
Scale Capacity 5000 lb
Increment Size 1.0 lb
Load Cell Capacity 2500 lb
Number of Cells 4
Cell Output 2 mV/V
Excitation Voltage 5 VDC

2. Use the following formula to calculate the µV per increment:

Increment Size × cell output × excitation (mV)

µ V perIncrement =
Load Cell Capacity × Ratio

Substituting the 2158 parameters in the formula:

1.0 lb × 2 mV / V × 5000
µ V perIncrement = =1.0µ V/inc
2500 lb × 4 load cells

The KINGBIRD terminal is approved as legal-for-trade at a minimum of 1 µV per increment.

Acceptable weighing performance for non-legal-for-trade applications can be obtained when a
minimum of 0.6 µV per increment is provided. At full scale, the maximum load cell output may not
exceed 10 mV in the 2 mV/V jumper position or 15 mV in the 3 mV/V jumper position.

Serial Port COM1 Connection

The KINGBIRD terminal provides one standard RS232 serial communication port, and it is female 25
pin D subminiature connector. Below diagram is the pin assignment.
The maximum recommended cable length for RS-232 interface is 50 feet.
COM1/SIGNAL PIN
TXD ( RS232) 2
RXD (RS232) 3
SIGNAL GROUND 7

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3 Programming and Configuration

The KINGBIRD operating functionality is determined by how you configure individual parameters
of “ Program blocks “ in setup mode. This chapter discusses basic features of program blocks and
how to configure the specific parameters (“ sub-block ”) of each . The following diagram gives an
overview of the program blocks and sub-blocks :

Setup Mode

F1 Scale F2 Application F3 Configure F4 F5 F6

interface Environment COM1 ( Reserved ) Weigh mode Diagnostics

F1.2
CAL units F2.1 Units
Alternate F3.1 F5.1mode
Weigh F6.1Expanded
Display
COM1

F1.3 F2.3 F3.1.1 F5.1.1 F6.2Calibratio

Capacity Tare function Baud rate Sample interval Factors

F1.4 F2.4 F3.1.2 F5.2 F6.4

Increment size Zero function Data bits Accumulation Print setup

F2.4.1 F3.1.4 F5.3Consecutive F6.5Reset to

CAL PB Zero Parity number factory

F2.4.2
F1.6 F3.1.5 F6.6
Zero Adjust AZM
Checksum COM1 test

F1.7 F2.4.3 F3.1.6 F6.7

Span Adjust AZM Net STX Keyboard test
F1.8 F2.4.4 F3.2Manual/Aut
Gravity Adjust Zero cursor o print

F2.4.5 Negative F3.3

blanking Language

F2.5 Motion F3.4

Sensitivity Output mode

F2.5.1 F3.4.1
Motion blanking Data format

F2.6
Low pass Filter

F2.6.1
Noise filter

General Information
The KINGBIRD setup parameters are divided into five program blocks. each program block is
divided into sub-blocks where you select and configure individual operating parameters . This
chapter describes each program block and sub-block in detail . You should read through this chapter and
configure each parameter before you begin using the KINGBIRD indicator .

The KINGBIRD program blocks use several standard conventions . This section gives general
information on keystroke functions , navigation procedures , and program block access and exit .

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Keystroke Functions
The following keys are used to configure the program blocks when in setup mode .

Zero
ZERO Backup to the previous step.

Tare TARE Moves the blinking edit cursor left one digit.

Clear CLEAR Resets a numeric data entry value to zero

and/or allows programmer to skip to the end of setup.

Total TOTAL Moves the blinking edit cursor right one

digit.

MODE Increments the numeric data entry digit and/or

Mode allows the programmer to view the next in a selection
list.

Enter ENTER Accepts/terminates a data entry.

Print

Master and Service Mode

The Master and Service mode is two setup modes which the KINGBIRD terminal provides to
customer and service person.
The master mode allows you to match your scale to your specific weighing needs, In the Master mode you
can change the settings of your scale and activate functions .The master mode contains all the program
block except the F1 block, since the parameter in this block will impact to the scale weighing accuarcy
performance .
The Service mode allows the W&M and the service person to enter to calibrate the scale, it contains
all the program blocks .
Please see the following description of how to enter into the master and service .

Program Block Access

(Master and Service mode )
In order to configure the program blocks the programmer must enter the setup mode. The difference
between Master and Service mode is determined by the SW1-1 , if the SW1-1 is in OFF position , that will
allow you to enter into Service mode , otherwise is the Master mode .
Open the KINGBIRD terminal and select the position of the SW1-1 and press the ENTER and ZERO
keys simultaneously.

W&M seal
In order to secure the KINGBIRD terminal from accidental or unintentional changes in setup mode to
impact the weighing accuracy performance , turn switch SW1-1 off.
In legal-for-trade applications, after checking for correct operation and turning switch SW1-1 off, the
KINGBIRD terminal enclosure must be "sealed." , loop the wire through the hole in the bottom case
and the one in the W&M screw , and secure it with a seal.

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General Programming
Procedure
After accessing the setup mode, each program block and sub-block can be configured according to the
procedure outlined in the following pages. If the terminal is being configured for the first time it is
recommended that the programmer configure each program block to assure the terminal is setup
correctly as the application and/or environment dictates.
Once the F1 prompt is displayed, the MODE key will skip to the next block and the ENTER key will
enter the block.
Once ENTER is pressed, the KINGBIRD advances to the first parameter in the block. The display
shows the sub-block number and the current value setting. Press ENTER to accept the value and advance
to the next sub-block or press the MODE key to toggle through the choices until the desired selection is
displayed. After the desired selection is displayed press the ENTER key to accept the
value. Continue this procedure throughout the setup routine until all changes required have been
made.

Program Block Exit

To exit setup, press the CLEAR key to advance to the CALOFF display. then ENTER key. The
KINGBIRD terminal will exit setup and return to the normal operation mode. At this point, the switch
S1-1 can be turned off to secure the terminal.

Default Settings
The following is a list of the factory default setup parameters in the terminal.

State Description

F1.2 2 Calibration Units = kg

F1.3 100 Scale Capacity
F1.4 0.01 Scale Increment Size
F1.6 Zero Adjust, no default
F1.7 Span Adjust, no default
F1.8 16 Geo Value
F2.1 0 Alternate Units = None (unit switching disable)
F2.3.1 1 Tare Enabled
F2.3.2 0 Tare Interlock Disabled
F2.3.3 0 Auto Tare Disabled
F2.3.4 0 Auto Clear Tare Disabled
F2.4.1 1 Pushbutton Zero Enabled, 2% range
F2.4.2 1 Auto Zero Maintenance Enabled within 0.5d
window
F2.4.3 0 Auto Zero Maintenance in Net Mode Disabled
F2.4.4 1 Zero Cursor Enabled
F2.4.5 0 Display the negative weights
F2.5 1 Motion Sensitivity ± 0.5 increments
F2.5.1 0 Blanking Disabled in motion
F2.6 2.0 Filter Corner Frequency
F2.6.1 0 Noise Filter Disabled
F3.1 1 COM1
F3.1.1 1200 Baud Rate
F3.1.2 7 Data bits
F3.1.4 2 Even Parity
F3.1.5 0 Checksum Disabled
F3.1.6 0 STX Disabled
F3.2 0 Manual print w/ interlock
F3.3 0 Print in English
F3.4 1 Demand output
F3.4.1 0 Print Format = Displayed Weight Only
F5.1 0 Indicator Weighing Mode , normal weighing
F5.2 0 Manual accumulation
F5.3 0 Disable consecutive number
F6.1 0 No Expanded Display Mode
F6.2 xxx Edit Cal. Factors, no default
F6.4 Print Setup, no default

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 F6.5 0 Reset to Factory, no default
F6.6 0 RS232 serial port test
F6.7 0 Keyboard test

F1 Scale Interface Program Block

The scale interface program block allows the user to set and calibrate the features that affect weighing
performance.
Press Mode to skip to the next program block. Press Enter to access the scale interface program block
and configure the sub-blocks.

F1.2 Calibration Units

Sub-block
[F1.2 X] CALIBRATION UNITS : Enter the value for X that corresponds to the type of test
weights that will be used for calibration .
X=1 lb
X=2 kg
X=3 g
X = 10 Newton

F1.3 Scale Capacity

Sub-block
[F1.3 ] SCALE CAPACITY

[XXXXX] Current scale capacity , available for numeric entry editing , Note that only legal scale
capacities from the capacity table in chapter one are permitted .

Increm ANALOG LOAD CELL SCALE CAPACITIES (lb or kg)

-ent
1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 4000 5000 6000 7500 8000 10000
size
0.001 1 - 2 - 3 4 5 6 - 8 10
0.002 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 15 16 20
0.005 5 - 10 - 15 20 25 30 - 40 50
0.01 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 - 80 100
0.02 20 30 40 50 60 80 100 120 150 160 200
0.05 50 - 100 - 150 200 250 300 - 400 500
0.1 100 150 200 250 300 400 500 600 - 800 1000
0.2 200 300 400 500 600 800 1000 1200 1500 1600 2000
0.5 500 - 1000 - 1500 2000 2500 3000 - 4000 5000
1 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 4000 5000 6000 - 8000 10000
2 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 8000 10000 - - - 20000
5 5000 7500 10000 - 15000 20000 25000 30000 - 40000 50000
10 10000 15000 20000 - 30000 40000 50000 60000 - - -
20 20000 30000 40000 50000 60000 -

F1.4 Increment Size

Sub-block

[F1.4 ] INCREMENT SIZE

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 Current Increment Size is displayed for Selection List editing . Press MODE key to toggle through the
valid selections .

Calibration Sub-block
[CAL X ] SCALE CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
X=0 Skip calibration procedure
X=1 Continue calibration
[E SCL ] Empty scale platform and press ENTER to continue .
[15 CAL] Delay while initial is et ( display counts down ) . If the motion sensitivity is not disabled
and motion is detected at this step , the display returns to the [E SCAL] prompt .
[Add Ld ] Place test weight on the scale platform , and press ENTER .
[‘0’0000] Enter test weight value .No decimal point is permitted . Maximum test weight is 105% of full
scale capacity .
[15 CAL ] Delay while span is et ( display counts down ) . If the motion is detected at this step then the
display returns to the [Add Ld ] prompt .
[CAL d ] “ Calibration done ”is displayed momentarily .

F1.6 Zero Calibration Adjust Sub-block

[F1.6 X] ZERO CALIBRATION ADJUST

X = 0 Skip zero adjustment
X = 1 Store current initial on scale as zero.
[15 CAL] If zero calibration adjust is selected the display counts down from 15 to 0 while scale
reading are being taken.
Scale motion causes the countdown re-start from 15. Pressing CLEAR at anytime during the
countdown aborts zero adjust so that the motion sensitivity selection can be modified. When the
countdown reaches "0," the scale reading is adjusted to the new zero reading.

F1.7 Span Calibration Adjust Sub-block

[F1.7 X] SPAN CALIBRATION ADJUST

X = 0 Skip span calibration adjust
X = 1 Perform span calibration adjustment.
[ ‘0’0000] Numeric data entry of current scale test load. If the ENTER key is pressed with the display
showing " 0" then span adjust is aborted.
[15 CAL] After valid (non-zero) data entry, the display counts down from 15 to 0 while scale readings are
taken. Scale motion causes the countdown to restart from 15. Pressing CLEAR during the
countdown aborts span adjust so that the motion sensitivity selection can be modified. When the
countdown reaches "0," an attempt is made to calculate the span calibration. If the weight is negative,
over-capacity or in expand mode, "E 35" is displayed to show that span adjustment cannot be
performed. If the entered weight is more than twice the original displayed weight, "E 35" is displayed.
Press any key to clear "E 35" and proceed to the end of setup.

F1.8 Geo Code Sub-block

[F1.8 X X ] GEO CODE

Values from 00 to 31 are accepted. The Geo Code is used to compensate for differences in the

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 acceleration of gravity due to latitude and elevation if the scale was calibrated in one location then
moved to another. Gravitational acceleration decreases with increasing height above sea level by
approximately 0.2 parts per thousand every 1000 meters. The Geo Code has 32 settings with an
increment
size of 0.2 parts per thousand. The default Geo Code is 16 .

F2 Application
Environment Block

[F2 ] APPLICATION ENVIRONMENT

Press MODE to skip to [F3 ].
Press ENTER to continue.

F2.1 Alternate Units

Sub-block

[F2.1 X] ALTERNATE UNITS: Enter a value for X that corresponds to the unit of measure desired as
a secondary unit.
X=0 None
X=1 lb
X=2 kg
X=3 g
X = 10 Newton

F2.3 Tare Operations

Sub-block

[F2.3 ] TARE OPERATIONS

Press MODE to skip to [F2.4 ], press ENTER to continue.

[F2.3.1 X] ENABLE TARE : Enter a value for X that will enable or disable Tare.
X = 0 Tare disabled
X = 1 Only Pushbutton Tare enabled

[F2.3.2 X] TARE INTERLOCK: The tare interlock feature, if enabled, places certain limitations on
how tare values can be cleared and entered in legal-for-trade applications. Specificaly, tare interlock
meets legal-for-trade requirements by making the following restrictions:
• Tare weights can be cleared only at gross zero (with the scale empty)
• Tare can be entered only when the scale is in gross mode
• Previous tare values must be cleared before a new tare value can be entered (chain tare
disabled)
X = 0 Tare Interlock disabled
X = 1 Tare interlock enabled

[F2.3.3 X] AUTO TARE

X = 0 Auto Tare disabled
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 X = 1 Auto Tare enabled after no motion following > 5d when in GROSS mode

[F2.3.4 X] AUTO CLEAR TARE

X = 0 Auto Clear Tare disabled
X = 1 Auto Clear Tare enabled, tare automatically clears at gross zero

F2.4 Zero Operations Sub-block

[F2.4 ] ZERO OPERATIONS
Press MODE to skip to [F2.5 ], press ENTER to continue.

[F2.4.1 X] PUSHBUTTON ZERO ENABLE

X = 0 Pushbutton zero disabled
X =1Enable pushbutton zero and AZM within ±2% FS range
X =2Enablepushbutton zero and AZM within ±20% FS range
[F2.4.2 X] AUTOZERO MAINTENANCE: Auto Zero Maintenance (AZM) automatically
compensates for small changes in zero resulting from material build-up lets you select the weight
range (+/-) around gross zero within which KINGBIRD will capture zero . If residual weight on the
scale exceeds the weight range, the KINGBIRD terminal will not capture zero.
X = 0 No AZM or zero capture at power-up

X = 1 AZM within 0.5 d window and power-up zero capture ±2%.

X = 2 AZM within 1d window and power-up zero capture ±5%.
X = 3 AZM within 3d window and power-up zero capture ±10%.

[F2.4.3 X] AZM IN NET MODE

X = 0 Disable AZM in net mode
X = 1 Enable AZM in net mode

[F2.4.4 X] ZERO CURSOR

X = 0 No Zero cursor
X = 1 Zero cursor enabled

[F2.4.5 X] UNDER ZERO BLANKING

X = 0 No Under Zero blanking
X = 1 Blank Display and internal signal “Under Capacity” if gross weight is greater than 5d under
zero.

F2.5 Motion Sensitivity Selection Sub-block

[F2.5 X] MOTION SENSITIVITY SELECTION: The motion detection feature determines when a
no-motion condition exists on the scale platform. The sensitivity level determines what is considered
stable. Printing, pushbutton zero, and tare entry will wait for scale stability before carrying out the
command.
Stability detection occurs over a predefined period of time and allows a predetermined “acceptable”
amount of motion (in scale increments).
X = 0 Motion detector disabled
X = 1 1.0 d motion sensitivity
X = 2 3.0 d motion sensitivity

[F2.5.1 X] MOTION BLANKING

X = 0 Blanking disabled
X = 1 Blank the weight display during motion

F2.6 Low Pass Filter

Corner Frequency
[F2.6 X.X] LOW PASS FILTER CORNER FREQUENCY
X.X is the numeric data entry for the low pass filter corner frequency (0.5-9.9Hz).
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 [F2.6.1 X] NOISE FILTER ENABLE/DISABLE
X = 0 Disable noise filter
X = 1 Enable noise filter

F3 Configure
Serial I/O Block

[F3 ] CONFIGURE SERIAL I/O

Press MODE to skip to [F5 ].
Press ENTER to continue.

F3.1 Select Serial Port

Sub-block
[F3.1 ] COM1 CONFIGURATION :
X = 0 Skip to [F3.2 ]
X = 1 Enter into the block to configure the parameters

[F3.1.1 ] DATA RATE

[ XXXX] Select 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, or 9600 baud

[F3.1.2 ] DATA BITS

X=7 7 data bits
X=8 8 data bits

[F3.1.4 X] PARITY
X = 0 No parity
X = 1 Odd parity
X = 2 Even parity

[F3.1.5 X] CHECKSUM
X = 0 No checksum sent
X = 1 Checksum enabled

[F3.1.6 X] STX setting

X = 0 No STX
X = 1 Send STX

F3.2 Manual and Auto

Print
[F3.2 ] MANUAL AND AUTO PRINT
X = 0 Manual print and disable print interlock
X = 1 Manual print and enable print interlock , threshold is 10 d display weight
X = 2 Enable Auto print interlock , threshold is 10d display weights

F3.3Language Selection

[F3.3 ] LANGUAGE SELECTION :

X=0 Printout in English
X=1 Printout in Chinese

F3.4 Serial Data Out

Sub-block
[F3.4 X] SERIAL DATA OUT
X = 0 Continuous mode. If continuous mode, the display skips to [F5].
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 X = 1 Demand mode. Continue to next step.
X = 2 SICS Protocol. If 2 is selected, the display skips to [F5].
[F3.4.1 X] DATA FORMAT (Demand Mode output only) X
= 0 Single line. Displayed weight only
X = 1 Single line , gross , tare and net .
X = 2 Multiple line , gross , tare and net .
X = 3 Ticket format , determined by selected weighing mode.

F5 Weigh Mode Block

[F5 ] WEIGH MODE
Press ENTER to continue.
Press MODE to skip to [F6 ].

F5.1 Enter Weigh Mode

Sub-block
[F5.1 X] WEIGH MODE SELECTION X
= 0 Normal weighing. Skip to [F5.2 ] X =
1 Animal weighing, skip to [F5.1.1 ]
X = 2 Counting , skip to [F5.2 ]
X = 3 Hold , skip to [F5.2 ]

Refer to Chapter 4 for detail of each weighing mode .

[F5.1.1 ] ANIMAL WEIGHING SAMPLE INTERVAL

Press MODE key to toggle 3, 5 and 10 seconds and ENTER key for acknowledgement .

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F5.2 Accumulation
Sub-block
[F5.2 X ] ACCUMULATION
X = 0 Auto-accumulation disable
X = 1 Auto-accumulation enable

Accumulation function is not available at HOLD weighing mode.

F5.3 Consecutive Number Sub-block

[F5.3 X] CONSECUTIVE NUMBER
X = 0 Consecutive number disable
X = 1 Consecutive number enable

F6 Diagnostics Block

[F6 ] DIAGNOSTICS
Press MODE to skip to [CAL OFF ].
Press ENTER to continue

F6.1 Expanded Display

Sub-block

[F6.1 X] EXPANDED DISPLAY.

X = 0 Normal display mode
X = 1 Weight displayed in minors ( 1d = 10 minors )

F6.2 Edit Calibration Factors Sub-block

[F6.2 X] EDIT CALIBRATION FACTORS

X = 0 Skip this block
Note : please don’t X = 1 Edit calibration factors
change the factors ,
otherwise will impact [123456] Zero factor, available for numeric data editing
the scale performance , [123456] Span factor,available for numeric data editing, page 1
suggest to record that [123456] Span factor, available for numeric data editing, page 2
figure for later service .
___________________
F6.4 Print Setup
[F6.4 X] PRINT SETUP X
= 0 Skip this sub-block
X = 1 Print setup report

F6.5 Reset to Factory Defaults

[F6.5 X] RESET SOFTSWITCH CONFIGURATION TO FACTORY SETTINGS
X = 0 Skip this sub-block

X = 1 Restore all settings to factory defaults

[LOAd 0] Are you sure prompt. Toggle to “1” for yes, “0” to abort, then press ENTER . If “yes”, soft
switches are now set to the factory default values.

F6.6 COM1 Serial Port Test Sub-block

[F6.6 X ] COM1 SERIAL PORT TEST
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 X = 0 Skip this sub-block

X = 1 Continue to test the COM1

The Serial Interface Test tests the serial ports COM1. Shorten TXD and RXD, Press ENTER to start the
test , left two digits show the transmitted data, the right two digits show the received data.
8142Pro scrolls from 1 to 99. If the data is equal , that means the serial port is working fine . The
serial interface test is useful in hardware diagnostics. Press ZERO key for exit the test .

F6.7 Keyboard Test Sub-block

[F6.7 X] KEYBOARD TEST
X = 0 Skip this sub-block

X = 1 Continue to test the keyboard

4 Kingbird Operation
This chapter provides general information that an operator will need to become familiar with the
terminal and to perform its functions , and step-by-step instructions describing each operator function
.

Kingbird Display Area

The KINGBIRD has a single 7-segment numeric display where scale data and operational messages are
presented .The display is pictured below :

The display indicates scale weight unless you are in setup mode programming the KINGBIRD or
using prompting . Error messages are displayed as they occur .
Annunciators point to labels in the legend directly below the display area . Annunciators indicates :
• Center-of-Zero ( 0 ) :
The Center-of-zero annunciator indicates that the scale is within +/- 1/4 increment of gross zero .
• Scale instability ( ~ )
The scale instability annunciator indicates that the scale is in motion . The annunciator will turn off
when the scale is stable . The sensitivity of motion detection is adjustable in setup.

• Weighing mode ( Gross and Net )

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 The Kingbird will be in net mode when a tare is active . Tare may be automatically acquired when you
press the TARE key or enable the automatically tare function . If no tare is active the KINGBIRD
will be in gross mode .
• Special weighing mode ( Animal weighing and Counting )
The Kingbird provides animal weighing and Counting special weighing mode . When select the
counting mode , the “ Pcs “ annunciator will be turned on , and the display is the quantity of the parts
.
The “ Dyn “ annunciator stands for the animal weighing , after the sampling period in the animal
weighing mode , indicator will display the animal’s “stable ” weight, and turn on the “Dyn”
annunciator as well as .
• Kg
The annunciator will be turned on when the unit of the weight is kg .

Terminal Keypad

The Zero key is used to compensate for small

Zero changes in weight when the scale platform is empty.
These changes in weight are most often caused by
material spilling onto the weighing platform. To
zero the indication of weight, press this button. The
Zero range is programmed in the setup .

The Tare key is used to subtract the weight of the

Tare object on the scale platform from subsequent
indications of weight. This is most often the weight
of an empty container. Once this value is “tared”,
the indication of weight will change to indicate net
weight. To tare the scale, place an empty container
on the scale and press this button.

The Clear key is used to clear a previously entered

Clear tare value. To clear the tare value, press this button.
The indication of weight will return to the gross mode,
showing the total weight of the objects on the scale
platform.

The Total key is used to accumulate the weight ,

Total press the key will accumulate the weight on the
platform to the accumulation register , and the weight
will blink once to acknowledge the accumulation is
done. And long press Total for recalling the summary.

The Mode key function is different in each weighing

Mode mode :
(1). F5.1=0 Normal weighing . It allows the operator to
switch between the primary and secondary weighing
units. To change weighing units, press this
button. Each initiation of this button will either switch
the display units from the primary to the secondary
units, or back to the primary from the secondary.
(2).F5.1=1 Animal weighing . Initiate the weighing
cycle .
(3).F5.1=2 Counting . Short press for set the sample
parts quantity ; Longer press for recall the
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 corresponding weights .
(4).F5.1=3 Hold . Initiate the cycle .

The Transact (Print) key is used to initiate a serial

Enter output of the weight data. To request this
Print transmission of data, press this button. The actual
format of the data string is determined in set-up.
This key is also used to accept a response to a setup
or programming question.

Operator Functions

Zero the Scale

If the scale platform is empty and the NET cursor is
Zero NOT lit, press the Zero button to compensate for
any material which may be on the scale platform.
The zero button is limited to compensating weight
that is between ±2% (or ±20%, if programmed
accordingly) of the scale’s weighing capacity.

Tare Operations
Determine the weight of the material inside a
Tare container, weighing in the NET mode
1. Place an empty container on the scale platform
2. Press the Tare button
3. Fill the container or place a filled container of
equivalent weight on the scale
4. The indicator will display the net weight and the
NET cursor will light.

Clear Clearing a tare weight:

With the scale in the net weight mode (a tare weight
previously entered), press the Clear key. The net
cursor will go out and the net weight will be
displayed.

Print Operations

Printing a weight:
1. If desired, tare the weight of an empty container
Enter using the steps described above.
Print 2. Place a load on the weighing platform.
3. Press the Transact (Print) key.

Accumulate Operations

Accumulate the weight if disable the autoprint function :

Total 1. If want to have the summary of the all transaction or some of
them , you may set [F5.2 ] to 0 , that means you may initiate the
command by press the Total key .

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 2. When the weight is stable , initiate the command and the weight on
the window will blink once , that stands for the data is summarized
.

Advanced Operator Functions

The following paragraph will introduce the detail operation in each weighing mode . And each
weighing mode is determined by F5.1 . MODE key is designated as special function key in each
mode .

Normal weighing mode

Basiclly , the KINGBIRD Terminal can be used at simple weighing application ( [F5.1=0] ) .

1. Mode key is acted as unit switch .

2. Serial port communication : both Continuous and demand output are available . The demand
output format are selectable in F3.4.1 . Refer to Appendix 1 for all the output format .
3. In this mode , accumulation may be set to manual or auto .
4. The print out also may be set to manual print or automatic print out .

Animal weighing

The weight data may be unstable when weighing the livestock , the
KINGBIRD terminal is provided with the capability of animal weighing
Note: the feature of print feature , it will capture the weighing data in certain sample interval and
&accumulation are not display the average weight until press ENTER or MODE to continue next
available for the “ cycle .
Normal” weight data in the 1. Set [F5.1]=1 , enable the animal weighing , and this will automatic
animal weighing mode . change the printout format to animal weighing ticket format .
2. After set the [F5.1] to 1 , [F5.1.1] will be available for you to press
MODE key to select the sample interval , 3,5 or 10 seconds . Then exit
the setup mode . Start the animal weighing
3. Move the livestock to the platform and press MODE key to initiate the
weight sampling . The display shows “ DynA ” for the certain interval
time .
Ticket format : 4. After the sampling , the display shows a stable weight , that is the
average of all the sampled weight during the interval time .
5. The printout is determined by F3.2 , if it is automatic printout ,
Animal Weighing KINGBIRD will send out the weight in ticket format through RS232 ,
otherwise , press ENTER/PRINT will initiate the print and return back
CN 3 to “normal ” weighing.
GROSS 342.0kg 6. The accumulation is determined by F5.2 , if it is automatic
TARE 110.5kg accumulation , after showing the stable weight and the data will be
NET 231.5kg accumulated automaticly. If the auto-accumulation is disabled , and
when display the stable weight , press ENTER/PRINT key will
accumulate the weight .
7. Come back to number 3 for another weighing cycle .
8. Refer to the left side for the standard ticket printout , KINGBIRD is
compatible with the 16-column mini-printer .

Counting

GROSS 168.5kg

Ticket Format :

Piece Counting
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CN 5
The KINGBIRD is
provided with the
capability basic
parts counting
function .
1. Set [F5.1]
=2 , the
printout is
automatic
changed to
parts
counting
ticket
format .
 2. After exit the setup mode , KINGBIRD will judge the APW ( average
piece weight ) already exist or not , if yes , the display is the quantity
of the weight on the platform which is based on the APW ; if not , the
display will show “ Set PC ” , that means put the same quantity of the
parts as the number showed in the display on the platform . Press
MODE key to select from 5 ,10 , 20 ,50 and 100 . Press ENTER for
acknowledgement to establish the APW .
3. Then , the display is the quantity of the parts .
4. If want to change the APW , short press the MODE key , display
shows “ Set PC “ , then repeat the Number 2 procedure .
5. Long press MODE key will recall the corresponding weight or the
quantity .
6. The printout is determined by F3.2 , if it is automatic printout ,
Note: the feature of print
KINGBIRD will send out the weight in ticket format through RS232 ,
&accumulation are not
available for the recalled
otherwise , press ENTER/PRINT will initiate the print .
weight in the counting mode . 7. The accumulation is determined by F5.2 , if it is automatic
accumulation, after it is stable , the quantity will be accumulated
automaticly . If the auto-accumulation is disabled , and when display
the stable quantity , press ENTER/PRINT key will accumulate the
quantity .
8. Refer to the left side for the standard ticket printout ,
KINGBIRD is compatible with the 16-column mini-printer .

Peak Hold

With this feature , KINGBIRD can be used at the tension or force test
Ticket format :
system , KINGBIRD will compare each sampled weight and hold the
Maximum Weight
maximum weight in the test duration .
1. Set [F5.1 ] = 3 and exit .
CN 6 2. Press MODE key will start the hold function .
Max 359.0kg 3. ENTER/PRINT key for print a ticket and return to “ normal ” weighing
, MODE key for initiate another cycle .
4. Refer to the left side for the standard ticket printout , KINGBIRD is
compatible with the 16-column ticket printer .

Controller PCB Switches and Jumpers

SW1 Switch Settings

1 Setup/Calibration Enable = On
Normal Operation = Off
2 Display Comma Tail = On
3 Not Used (Should be Off)
4 Test Mode (Must be Off)

Jumper W1 (Analog Version)

Installed = 2 mV/V Load Cells
Not Installed = 3 mV/V Load Cells

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5 Troubleshooting

Procedures
If operational difficulties are encountered, first obtain as much information as possible regarding the
problem. Failures and malfunctions often may be traced to simple causes such as loose connections,
improper setup, etc. If simple causes cannot be found, additional troubleshooting is best performed
by substitution. Replacing the suspect part with known good part .

Error Code
The following table lists the error codes, description, and corrective measures.

Error Description Corrective Measures

Code
E1 Program Memory Error 1. Check power supply voltages
2. Replace main logic PCB
E2 Internal RAM Error 1. Check power supply voltages
2. Replace main logic PCB
E3 EEPROM Memory Error 1. Check power supply voltages
2. Reprogram, recalibrate
3. Replace main logic PCB
E4 External RAM Error Replace main logic PCB
E7 A/D Circuit Malfunction or No 1. Program for correct load cell type
Analog Load Cell Connected 2. Check load cell and cables
3. Check power supply voltages
4. Replace main logic PCB
E16 Internal Math Error Press Clear to acknowledge, unit will reset.
E32 Insufficient Test Weight Used for Recalibrate using more test weights
Calibration
E34 Test Weight Exceeds 105% of Use less than 105% of capacity press Clear and re-enter
Capacity
E35 Span Calibration Error Recalibrate. If error persists, check programming or replace
load cell
E36 Analog Load Cell Out of Range 1. Recalibrate
2. Replace load cell
E50 Weight Can’t be Displayed in Some alternate units combinations are illegal. Choose another
Alternate Units scale build or disable alternate units
EEE Positive more than Zero Capture 1. Remove material from scale base
Limit of 2% of Scale Capacity 2. Disable AZM in setup
3. Cycle power
-EEE Negative more than Zero Capture 1. Disable AZM in setup
Limit of 2% of Scale Capacity 2. Calibrate scale
3. Cycle power
------ No Analog Load Cell Detected 1. Check load cell wiring
2. Replace load cell
3. Replace main PCB

Voltage Checks

AC Power Test
Use a multi-meter to check the AC input power. Input power must be within
-15% and +10% of the nominal AC line voltage.
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Main Logic PCB Voltage test

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 Verify voltage of 5VDC between + and – Excitation. If the Kingbird
Terminal has power and there is no excitation voltage, replace the PCB.

RS232 Serial Output Test

Use the following test procedure whether the RS232 serial port is
operational.

1. Remove power from the Kingbird Terminal and disconnect the data
cable from the printer.
2. Set the volt meter to read 20 volts DC.
3. Connect the red lead to pin 2 of the printer end of the data cable and
connect the black lead to pin 7.
4. Apply power. The meter should read as follows:
 In Demand mode, the meter should read between –5 and –15 with no
fluctuation.
 In Continuous mode, the meter should fluctuate between –5 and +5
continuously. The constant fluctuation on the meter display on the meter
display indicates the scale/indicator is transmitting information.
To test the Demand baud rates, press the Transact (Print) key. The display
should fluctuate between -5 volts to +5 volts for the duration of the
transmission, then become stable again. This indicates the terminal has
transmitted data.
Another way to diagnose the serial port is to utilize the Kingbird ‘s self-
diagnostic . connect the pin2 and 3 together and set the [F6.6 ] to 1 , press
ENTER to continue the checking , if the two digits shows on the display is
same . that means the RS232 is working fine .

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6 Spare Parts

Recommended spare Parts

To minimize down-time, METTLER TOLEDO recommends that you keep

spare parts on hand:

Order No. Description

131113 Overlay and keyboard assembly
132085 Kingbird , print circuit board assembly
125111 Kingbird , Transformer
100841 Kingbird , VFD tube

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Appendix I RS232 Serial Interface

The Kingbird terminal has a bi-directional RS-232 port that may be

programmed for several functions. The output can be configured as demand
mode for simple output to a printer or continuous output mode to computer,
or remote display.

Serial Data Output in Demand Mode

The KINGBIRD terminal will transmit RS232C serial data when a print
command is issued using the ENTER/PRINT pushbutton, The data format,
baud rate, checksum, parity, etc. are selectable in the setup mode. The serial
data is output in an 10-bit ASCII frame which includes: 1 start bit, 7 data
bits, 1 parity bit, and 1 stop bit. Parity is selectable as none, odd, or even
using F3.1.4. Checksum and STX can be enabled or disabled using F3.1.5
and F3.1.6. All demand mode printing is inhibited during motion and when the
weight is under gross zero. Printing is allowed on power-up whether or not zero
is captured if AZM is enabled (parameter or sub-block F2.4.2). The
available formats are:

SINGLE LINE DISPLAYED WEIGHT FORMAT

S C
DATA T X X X X X X S L S N C H L
X P B P R K F
NOTES B C D D D D D E F G G I J K

NOTES

B -STX = Start of Text character (optional). If F3.1.5 = 1, STX and checksum characters will be sent in this
position.
C -X = weight data digit, minus sign (-) for negative weight or tare, or space character will be sent in this
position.
D -X = Weight data digit or decimal point character. E
-SP = Space character.
F - “LB” sent for pounds when F1.2 = 1, “kg” sent for kilograms when F1.2 = 2, “g” sent for grams
G -Space character and N will be sent if displayed weight is a net weight. Space character and G will be sent
if the displayed weight is gross.
I -CR = carriage return character.
J -CHK = checksum character (optional). Checksum will be sent with STX if F3.1.5 = 1.
K -LF = line feed character..Chapter 10: Appendices

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SINGLE LINE GROSS/TARE/NET FORMAT
S C
D T * X X X X X x S L S G S * * X X X X X S L S T S * X X X X X X S L S N C H L
A X P B P P P B P P P B P R K F
T
A
N A B B B B B B B C D C E C F F F F F F F C D C G C I I I I I I I C D C J L M N
O
T
E

NOTES
A -STX = Start of Text character (optional). If F3.1.5 = 1, STX and checksum characters will be sent in data
string
B -Gross weight data field (7 characters). (* = digit, minus sign (-), or space, X = digit or decimal point.)
C -SP = Space character
D - “LB” = pounds when F1.2 = 1, “kg” sent for kilograms when F1.2 = 2, “g” sent for grams
E -G = Character for gross weight.
F -Tare weight data field (7 characters). (* = digit, space, X = digit or decimal point)
G -T = characters for tare weight
I -Net weight data field (7 characters), (* = digit, minus sign (-), or space, X = digit or decimal point.)
J -N = characters for net weight
L -CR = carriage return character
M -CHK = checksum character (optional). Checksum will be sent with STX if F3.1.5 =1
N -LF = line feed character.

THREE LINE GROSS/TARE/NET FORMAT

LINE 1
GROSS WEIGHT

Line S C
One T X X X X X X X S L S G C H L
Data X P B P R K F
NOTES A B B B B B B B C D C E F G H

LINE 2
TARE WEIGHT

Line C
two X X X X X X X S L S T C H L
data P B P R K F
NOTES I I I I I I I C D C J F G H

LINE 3
NET WEIGHT

Line C
three X X X X X X X S L S N C H L
data P B P R K F
NOTES L L L L L L L C D C M F G H

NOTES
A -STX = Start of Text character (optional). If F3.1.5 = 1, STX and checksum characters will be sent in data
string.
B -Gross weight data field (7 characters). (* = digit, minus sign (-), or space, X = digit or decimal point.)
C -SP = Space character
D - “LB” = pounds when F1.2 = 1, “kg” sent for kilograms when F1.2 = 2, “g” sent for grams
E - G = Character for gross weight
F -CR = carriage return character
G -CHK = checksum character (optional). Checksum will be sent with STX if F3.1.5 = 1
H -LF = line feed character
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I -Tare weight data field (7 characters), (* = digit, space, X = digit or decimal point)
J -T = characters for tare weight
L -Net weight data field (7 characters), (* = digit, minus sign (-), or space, X = digit or decimal point)
M -NET = characters for net weight

Serial Data Output in Continuous Mode

A 300-9600 baud continuous output may be selected instead of the print on
demand output. This data consists of 16 or 18 bytes transmitted in a 10-bit
ASCII frame consisting of: 1 start bit, 7 data bits, 1 even parity bit, and 1
stop bit.The format is:
Character Function
1 STX (Start of text - Optional)
2 Status Word A
3 Status Word B
4 Status Word C
5 Weight MSD
6 Weight
7 Weight
8 Weight
9 Weight
10 Weight LSD
11 Tare Weight MSD
12 Tare Weight
13 Tare Weight
14 Tare Weight
15 Tare Weight
16 Tare Weight LSD
17 CR (carriage return)
18 CKSM (Checksum – Optional)
Non-significant weight data and tare data digits will be transmitted as spaces. A description of the status
words A, B, and C is shown in below Tables .

Status Byte Definition

Status Word A
Bits0,1,2
0 1 2 Decimal point
0 0 0 XXXX00
1 0 0 XXXXX0
0 1 0 XXXXXX
1 1 0 XXXXX.X
0 0 1 XXXX.XX
1 0 1 XXX.XXX
0 1 1 XX.XXXX
1 1 1 X.XXXXX
Bits3,4
3 4 Increment size
1 0 X1
0 1 X2
1 1 X5
Bit5 Always 1
Bit6 Always 0
Table A-1 : Status Word A Bit Definitions
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 Status Word B
Bits Function
Bit0 Gross=0 , Net=1
Bit1 Positive = 0, Negative = 1
Bit2 Overcapacity ( or under zero )=1
Bit3 Motion=1
Bit4 Unit : kg=1
Bit5 Always = 1
Bit6 Power up =1
Table A-2 : Status Word B Bit Definitions

Status Word C
Bit0 Always 0
Bit1 Always 0
Bit2 Always 0
Bit3 Print request =1
Bit4 Expanded weight =1
Bit5 Always 1
Bit6 Always 0

Table A-3 : Status Word C Bit Definitions

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 Appendix IIGravity Compensation Factors - GEO Values

Gravitational Acceleration Forces

Since the acceleration due to the earth’s gravity depends on the location, the following causes and
relations apply:
Owing to the centrifugal force and the flattening of the earth, the acceleration due to gravity is
approximately 5 parts per thousand less at the equator than it is at the north and south poles.
Therefore, a scale calibrated with a 10kg load at the North Pole will read 50 grams lighter at the
equator (same altitude at each location).
The acceleration due to the earth’s gravity also decreases with increasing height above sea level by
approximately 0.2 parts per thousand for every 1000 meters. Therefore, a scale calibrated with a 10kg
load at sea level will read 2 grams light on top of a 1000 meter (3281 feet) mountain.
Irregularities such as uneven density distribution in the earth’s crust or special surface structures also
influence the gravitational acceleration.

Gravitational Force Adjustment

The KINGBIRD indicator has built in compensation provisions to allow factory calibration any place
in the world with destination correction capabilities to compensate for variances on gravitational
forces. If the scale is subjected to a different gravitational force at its destination location, this can be
compensated electronically by adjusting the geo value. The geo value has 32 settings with each
increment size equal to 0.2 parts per thousand.

Geo Value
Please contact your local Weights & Measures authority for the geo value of
the location where the scale is installed and used. If you can’t get the geo
value, you have to recalibrate the scale.

Northern Height above sea-level in meters

and

southern 0 325 650 975 1300 1625 1950 2275 2600 2925 3250
latitude 325 650 975 1300 1625 1950 2275 2600 2925 3250 3575

in Height above sea-level in feet

degrees and 0 1060 2130 3200 4260 5330 6400 7460 8530 9600 10660
minutes 1060 2130 3200 4260 5330 6400 7460 8530 9600 10660 11730

0° 0′ —5° 46′ 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 0 0
5° 46′ — 9° 52′ 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 0
9° 52′ — 12° 44′ 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1
12° 44′ — 15° 6′ 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1

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Northern Height above sea-level in meters
and

southern 0 325 650 975 1300 1625 1950 2275 2600 2925 3250
latitude 325 650 975 1300 1625 1950 2275 2600 2925 3250 3575

in Height above sea-level in feet

degrees and 0 1060 2130 3200 4260 5330 6400 7460 8530 9600 10660
minutes 1060 2130 3200 4260 5330 6400 7460 8530 9600 10660 11730

15° 6′ — 17° 10′ 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2

17° 10′ — 19° 2′ 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2
19° 2′ — 20° 45′ 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3
20° 45′ — 22° 22′ 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3
22° 22′ — 23° 54′ 9 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4
23° 54′ — 25° 21′ 9 9 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4
25° 21′ — 26° 45′ 10 9 9 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5
26° 45′ — 28° 6′ 10 10 9 9 8 8 7 7 6 6 5
28° 6′ — 29° 25′ 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 7 7 6 6
29° 25′ — 30° 41′ 11 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 7 7 6
30° 41′ — 31° 56′ 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 7 7
31° 56′ — 33° 9′ 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 7
33° 9′ — 34° 21′ 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 8 8
34° 21′ — 35° 31′ 13 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 8
35° 31′ — 36° 41′ 14 13 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9
36° 41′ — 37° 50′ 14 14 13 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 9
37° 50′ — 38° 58′ 15 14 14 13 13 12 12 11 11 10 10
38° 58′ — 40° 5′ 15 15 14 14 13 13 12 12 11 11 10
40° 5′ — 41° 12′ 16 15 15 14 14 13 13 12 12 11 11
41° 12′ — 42° 19′ 16 16 15 15 14 14 13 13 12 12 11
42° 19′ — 43° 26′ 17 16 16 15 15 14 14 13 13 12 12
43° 26′ — 44° 32′ 17 17 16 16 15 15 14 14 13 13 12
44° 32′ — 45° 38′ 18 17 17 16 16 15 15 14 14 13 13
45° 38′ — 46° 45′ 18 18 17 17 16 16 15 15 14 14 13
46° 45′ — 47° 51′ 19 18 18 17 17 16 16 15 15 14 14
47° 51′ — 48° 58′ 19 19 18 18 17 17 16 16 15 15 14
48° 58′ — 50° 6′ 20 19 19 18 18 17 17 16 16 15 15
50° 6′ — 51° 13′ 20 20 19 19 18 18 17 17 16 16 15
51° 13′ — 52° 22′ 21 20 20 19 19 18 18 17 17 16 16
52° 22′ — 53° 31′ 21 21 20 20 19 19 18 18 17 17 16
53° 31′ — 54° 41′ 22 21 21 20 20 19 19 18 18 17 17
54° 41′ — 55° 52′ 22 22 21 21 20 20 19 19 18 18 17
55° 52′ — 57° 4′ 23 22 22 21 21 20 20 19 19 18 18
57° 4′ — 58° 17′ 23 23 22 22 21 21 20 20 19 19 18
58° 17′ — 59° 32′ 24 23 23 22 22 21 21 20 20 19 19
59° 32′ — 60° 49′ 24 24 23 23 22 22 21 21 20 20 19
60° 49′ — 62° 9′ 25 24 24 23 23 22 22 21 21 20 20
62° 9′ — 63° 30′ 25 25 24 24 23 23 22 22 21 21 20
63° 30′ — 64° 55′ 26 25 25 24 24 23 23 22 22 21 21
64° 55′ — 66° 24′ 26 26 25 25 24 24 23 23 22 22 21
66° 24′ — 67° 57′ 27 26 26 25 25 24 24 23 23 22 22
67° 57′ — 69° 35′ 27 27 26 26 25 25 24 24 23 23 22
69° 35′ — 71° 21′ 28 27 27 26 26 25 25 24 24 23 23
71° 21′ — 73° 16′ 28 28 27 27 26 26 25 25 24 24 23

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Northern Height above sea-level in meters
and

southern 0 325 650 975 1300 1625 1950 2275 2600 2925 3250
latitude 325 650 975 1300 1625 1950 2275 2600 2925 3250 3575

in Height above sea-level in feet

degrees and 0 1060 2130 3200 4260 5330 6400 7460 8530 9600 10660
minutes 1060 2130 3200 4260 5330 6400 7460 8530 9600 10660 11730

73° 16′ — 75° 24′ 29 28 28 27 27 26 26 25 25 24 24

75° 24′ — 77° 52′ 29 29 28 28 27 27 26 26 25 25 24
77° 52′ — 80° 56′ 30 29 29 28 28 27 27 26 26 25 25
80° 56′ — 85° 45′ 30 30 29 29 28 28 27 27 26 26 25
85° 45′ — 90° 00′ 31 30 30 29 29 28 28 27 27 26 26

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