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Model RM4-WT

The document provides an operation and instruction manual for the RM4-WT Load Cell Monitor. It describes the mechanical and electrical installation of the device, lists its output options, and provides explanations of its functions and calibration procedures.

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The document provides an operation and instruction manual for the RM4-WT Load Cell Monitor. It describes the mechanical and electrical installation of the device, lists its output options, and provides explanations of its functions and calibration procedures.

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Model RM4-WT

DIN Rail Mount Display/Controller


Operation and Instruction Manual

AMALGAMATED INSTRUMENT CO PTY LTD ACN: 001 589 439


Unit 5, 28 Leighton Place Hornsby Telephone: +61 2 9476 2244 e-mail: [email protected]
NSW 2077 Australia Facsimile: +61 2 9476 2902 Internet: www.aicpl.com.au
Table of Contents
1 Introduction 3

2 Mechanical installation 4

3 Electrical installation 5

4 Function tables - summary of setup functions 9

5 Explanation of functions 13

6 Calibration 35

7 Batching operation 40

8 Specifications 42

9 Guarantee and service 44

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1 Introduction

1.1 General description

This manual contains information for the installation and operation of the RM4-WT Load Cell
Monitor. Model RM4-WT is a high precision load cell/strain gauge monitor which may be config-
ured to accept an input from any conventional 4 wire strain gauge bridge of 85Ω or higher. Sample
rate is programmable in steps from 5 to 100 samples per second. The instrument has range settings
of 0.5mV/V to 100mV/V selectable in steps.
The RM4-WT has various calibration method options. It may be calibrated by applying known
weights to the load cell or by entering the mV/V value for the load cell or via a single offset value
or via a “remote input” live calibration. Excitation voltages of 5 volt and 10 volt are selectable by
PCB links.
The RM4 is suitable for measuring weight, pressure, force, torque and similar variables. Calibration,
setpoint and other set up functions are easily achieved using the keypad to access the appropriate
functions. Two standard inbuilt relays provide alarm/control functions. Various combinations of
one or two optional extra relays, analog (4-20mA, 0-1V or 0-10V) retransmission or serial (RS232,
RS485 or RS422) communications may also be provided as an option.
Unless otherwise specified at the time of order, your RM4 has been factory set to a standard
configuration. Like all other RM4 series instruments the configuration and calibration is easily
changed by the user. Initial changes may require dismantling the instrument to alter PCB links,
other changes are made by push button functions.
Full electrical isolation between power supply, input and retransmission output is provided by the
RM4, thereby eliminating grounding and common voltage problems. This isolation feature makes
the RM4 ideal for interfacing to computers, PLCs and other data acquisition devices.
The RM4 series of DIN Rail Process Modules are designed for high reliability in industrial appli-
cations. The 5 digit LED display provides good visibility, even in areas with high ambient light
levels. A feature of the RM4-WT is the programmable display brightness function, this allows the
unit to be operated with low display brightness to reduce the instrument power consumption and
to improve readability in darker areas. To reduce power consumption in normal use the display
can be programmed to automatically dim or blank after a set time.

1.2 Output options


• One or two extra relays, rated 0.5A at 30VAC or 30VDC

• Analog retransmission configurable for 4–20mA, 0–1V or 0–10V. Configurable for retransmis-
sion or PI control. 12 or 16 bit versions available

• RS232, RS485 or RS422 (factory configured) serial communications (ASCII or Modbus RTU)

• Isolated and regulated transmitter supply. Selectable 12VDC (50mA max.) or 24VDC (25mA
max.)

• Switched non isolated 24VDC output (25mA max.) or open collector output (25VDC max.,
250mA max.), factory configured.

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2 Mechanical installation
The RM4 is designed for DIN rail, horizontal mounting. The instrument clips on to 35mm DIN
standard rails (EN50022). Cut the DIN rail to length and install where required. To install the
RM4 simply clip onto the rail as shown below. To remove the RM4 lever the lower arm downwards
using a broad bladed screwdriver to pull the clip away from the DIN rail.

44mm 141mm

I 2 3 4

91mm

Rail

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3 Electrical installation
The RM4 Meter is designed for continuous operation and no power switch is fitted to the unit. It
is recommended that an external switch and fuse be provided to allow the unit to be removed for
servicing. The terminal blocks allow for wires of up to 2.5mm2 to be fitted for power supply and
relays 1 and 2 or 1.5mm2 for input connections and optional outputs. Connect the wires to the
appropriate terminals as indicated below.
Refer to connection diagrams provided in this manual to confirm proper selection of voltage, polarity
and input type before applying power to the instrument. When power is applied the instrument
will cycle through a display sequence, indicating the software version and other status information,
this indicates that the instrument is functioning. Acknowledgement of correct operation may be
obtained by applying an appropriate input to the instrument and observing the resultant reading.
Note that the power supply type is factory configured. Check power supply type before connecting.
Relay outputs are voltage free contacts.

Shield
Remote input Excitation +
Optional outputs Signal +
see separate Signal -
options booklet if Excitation -
options are fitted & Remote
input GND

Model RM4-IVH
input
A RELAY 1 COM 1
B RELAY 1 N/O 2
connections
RELAY 2 COM 3
C
7 Input +
D RELAY 2 N/O 4
E MAINS EARTH 5 REMOTE INPUT I 2 3 4 ±20mA, 4-20mA
F 240VAC NEUTRAL 6 EXCITATION +VE or DC volts
G 240VAC ACTIVE 7 SIGNAL +VE
8 Input -
8 SIGNAL -VE
9 EXCITATION -VE

RM4-WT-240-5E SERIAL No.

Instrument data label (example)

Active (DC-)
Relay 1
Neutral (DC+)
Relay 2 Earth

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3.1 Load cell connection using internal excitation.

When connecting load cells in parallel (or using a low resistance bridge) the input resistance of the
load cell combination must not be lower than 85Ω irrespective unless external excitation is used.
See section 3.4 for details of link settings for excitation voltage and external excitation.

See link setting


Remote requirements for
input excitation voltage selection
Excitation +
Optional outputs
see separate
options booklet if
Signal +
options are fitted
Shield

Excitation -

Signal -

I 2 3 4

3.2 Load cell connection using external excitation


External
excitation
5V to 10VDC
+ -
Remote
input
Excitation +
Optional outputs
see separate
options booklet if Signal +
options are fitted
Shield

Excitation -

Signal -

Note: all excitation links should be out if external


excitation is being used.
SG EXC.

5V
I 2 3 4 10V
Links all out for
V+ external excitation

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3.3 Remote input connections

The selected remote input function can be operated via an external contact closure via a switch,
relay or open collector transistor switch. A momentary action is required for functions such as
tARE and ZERO, a latching switch or normally closed momentary switch may be required for
functions such as peak hold (P.HLd).

Choose momentary or
latching switch to
Remote suit function selected.
input

I 2 3 4

3.4 Configuring the input board

Remove the circuit board from the case following the instructions below. Link settings for the
main input board are as shown below. For optional output link settings consult the separate “RM4
DIN Rail Meter Optional Output Addendum” booklet. The minimum resistance of any load cell
or combination of load cells connected to the input is 85Ω unless external excitation is used. This
applies to both 5V and 10V excitation.

Remove the connectors,


the four front bezel screws
and the earth screw
at the side of the case.
Hold the front bezel and
slide out the circuit boards.

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SG EXC.
5V
10V
Links for 5V
V+ excitation

SG EXC.
5V
10V
Links for 10V
V+ excitation
No links for

SG EXC.
5V
10V
Main circuit board V+
external
excitation

SG EXC.
5V
10V
V+

Links not applicable


to RM4-WT

Links not applicable


to RM4-WT

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4 Function tables - summary of setup functions
Note: the order in which the functions appear on the display may not be exactly as shown below.
The availabiliy and order of functions is determined by choice of function settings and options
fitted.
Functions in this first table are available in FUNC or CAL mode

Display Function Range Default Your Ref/Page


record
AxLo Low setpoint value for Any display OFF See 5.1 / 15
designated alarm relay x value or OFF 4.1
AxHi High setpoint value for Any display OFF See 5.2 / 15
designated alarm relay x value or OFF 4.1
AxHY Hysteresis value for the 0 to 9999 10 See 5.3 / 16
designated alarm relay x. 4.1
Axtt Trip time delay for the 0 to 9999 0 See 5.4 / 17
designated alarm relay x. 4.1
Axrt Reset time delay for the 0 to 9999 0 See 5.5 / 17
designated alarm relay x. 4.1
Axn.o Alarm relay x action to Axn.o or Axn.o See 5.6 / 17
or normally open (de-energised) or Axn.c 4.1
Axn.c normally closed (energised)
AxSP Relay operation independent AxSP or AxSP See 5.7 / 18
or setpoint or trailing setpoint Axt1 etc. 4.1
Axt1 (∗ Optional)
etc.
brGt Display brightness level 1 to 15 15 5.8 / 18
duLL Display remote brightness 0 to 15 1 5.9 / 18
switching
d.oFF Auto display dimming timer 0 to 9999 0 5.10 / 19
SECS
Ax Alarm relay “free fall” or “in Any display 0 See 5.11 / 19
FREE flight” value value 4.1
REC_ Analog output option low Any display 0 5.12 / 19
display value (∗ Optional) value
REC~ Analog output option high Any display 1000 5.13 / 20
display value (∗ Optional) value
P.SEt Preset value Any display 0 5.14 / 20
value
CL.no Calibration number selection CAL.1 or CAL.1 5.15 / 21
CAL.2
(∗ Optional)—this function will only be accessible if the relevant option is fitted

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Functions in this second table are available only in CAL mode or if ACCS is set to ALL

Display Function Range Default Your Ref/Page


record
drnd Display rounding 1 to 5000 1 5.16 / 21
dCPt Decimal point 0, 0.1 etc. 0 5.17 / 22
FLtr Digital filter 0 to 8 2 5.18 / 22
rec Analog output PI control on or OFF OFF 5.19 / 22
ctrI (∗ Optional)
RAtE Sample rate in samples/sec. 5, 10, 15, 10 5.20 / 23
20, 30, 40,
50, 60, 80 or
100
RNGE mV/V input range 0.5, 1.0, 2.5, 2.5 5.21 / 23
5.0, 10, 25,
50 or 100
R.INP Remote input (external input) NONE, NONE 5.22 / 23
one function P.HLd,
d.HLd, Hi,
Lo , HiLo,
tARE, ZERO,
SP.Ac,
No.Ac, CAL.S
, P.SEt ,
I.CAL,
btch, CAL,
or duLL
Pbut P button function NONE, Hi, NONE 5.23 / 25
Lo, HiLo,
tARE, ZERO,
CAL.S, P.SEt
or btch
ACCS Access mode OFF, EASY, OFF 5.24 / 25
NONE or ALL
SPAC Setpoint access mode A1, A1-2 etc. A1 5.25 / 25
(∗ Optional)
Lin Lineariser points, allows up to 5 2, 3, 4 or 5 2 5.26 / 26
PtS calibration points
FREE Easy access for alarm relay free on or OFF OFF 5.27 / 26
ACCS fall
CAL1 First live calibration point Any display n/a 5.28 / 26
value
CAL2 Second live calibration point Any display n/a 5.29 / 26
value
(∗ Optional)—this function will only be accessible if the relevant option is fitted

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CAL3 Third live calibration point Any display n/a 5.30 / 27
value
CAL4 Fourth live calibration point Any display n/a 5.31 / 27
value
CAL5 Fifth live calibration point Any display n/a 5.32 / 27
value
ECAL mV/V entry scaling method -19.999 to 1.000 5.33 / 27
32.000
CAL Calibration offset Any display n/a 5.34 / 27
OFSt value
SEt Sets zero calibration point Any display n/a 5.35 / 28
ZERO value
ZERO Zero range limit Any display OFF 5.36 / 28
RNGE value or OFF
CAL Zero reference point for ZERO n/a n/a 5.37 / 28
ZERO RNGE operation
AutO Auto zero range 0 to 100 0 5.38 / 28
ZERO
A.Z. Auto zero sample count 10 to 100 10 5.39 / 28
cnt
A1, A2 Alarm relay operation mode LiuE, tARE, LiuE See 5.40 / 29
etc. btch, 4.1
P.HLd,
d.HLd, Hi,
Lo or dISP
rEC Analog operation mode LiuE, tARE, LiuE 5.41 / 30
(∗ Optional) btch,
P.HLd,
d.HLd, Hi,
Lo or dISP
Lo Low overrange visual warning Any display OFF 5.42 / 31
dISP limit value value or OFF
HIGH High overrange visual warning Any display OFF 5.43 / 31
dISP limit value value or OFF
dISP Display visual warning flashing FLSH or FLSH 5.44 / 31
mode -or-
bAUd Baud rate for serial 300, 600, 9600 5.45 / 32
RAtE communications (∗ Optional) 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600,
19.2 or 38.4
PrtY Parity for serial communications NONE, EUEN NONE 5.46 / 32
(∗ Optional) or odd
(∗ Optional)—this function will only be accessible if the relevant option is fitted

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O.Put Output for serial dISP, Cont, Cont 5.47 / 32
communications (∗ Optional) POLL or
M.buS
Addr Instrument address for serial 0 to 31 0 5.48 / 33
communications (∗ Optional)
(∗ Optional)—this function will only be accessible if the relevant option is fitted

4.1 Relay table

Record your relay settings in the table below

Display Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7


AxLo
AxHi
AxHY
Axtt
Axrt
Axn.o or Axn.c
AxSP or Axt1 etc. n/a
Ax FREE
A1, A2 etc.

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5 Explanation of functions
The RM4 setup and calibration functions are configured through a push button sequence. The
push buttons located at the front of the instrument are used to alter settings. Two basic access
modes are available:
FUNC mode (simple push button sequence) allows access to commonly set up functions such as
alarm setpoints.
CAL mode (power up sequence plus push button sequence) allows access to all functions including
calibration parameters.
Once CAL or FUNC mode has been entered you can step through the functions, by pressing and
releasing the F push button, until the required function is reached. Changes to functions are made
by pressing the or push button (in some cases both simultaneously) when the required function is
reached. See the flow chart example on the following page.

Entering CAL Mode Entering FUNC Mode

P F
1. Remove power from
the instrument. Hold in the F
button and reapply power.
The display will indicate
No special power up procedure
CAL as part of the is required to enter FUNC mode.
"wake up messages" when
the CAL message is seen
you can release the
button.

P F
P F
2. When the "wake up" 1. When the "wake up"
messages have finished messages have finished
and the display has settled and the display has settled
down to its normal reading down to its normal reading
press, then release the press, then release the
F button. F button.

3. Within 2 seconds of 2. Within 2 seconds of


releasing the F button
P F P F
releasing the F button
press, then release press, then release
the ^ and
^
the ^ and buttons
^
buttons
together. The display will together. The display will
now indicate FUNC followed now indicate FUNC followed
by the first function. by the first function.

Note: If step 1 above has been completed then the


instrument will remain in this CAL mode state until
power is removed. i.e. there is no need to repeat step 1
when accessing function unless power has been removed.

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Example: Entering FUNC mode to change alarm 1 high function A1Hi from OFF to 100

Press & release F Press & release Press & release


then press ^v F U N C F until A 1 H i O F F ^ until

Press & release Press & release


1 0 0 F P or F until F U N C E n d

Example: Entering CAL mode to change decimal point function dCPt from 0 to 0.02

Switch off Press & hold Switch on


instrument F instrument
Hold F until
C A L Release F

Press & release F Press & release Press & release


then press ^v F U N C F until d C P t 0 ^ until

Press & release Press & release


.0 0 2 F P or F until F U N C E n d

Easy alarm relay adjustment access facility


The display has an easy alarm access facility which allows access to the alarm setpoints simply by
pressing the F button at the front of the instrument. The first setpoint will then appear and
changes to this setpoint may be made to this setpoint via the ^ or v buttons. Press the F button
to accept any changes or to move on to the next setpoint. Note: this easy access also functions
in the same manner for the PI control setpoint (relay and/or analog PI output) if PI control is
available. The instrument must be set in the manner described below to allow the easy access
facility to work:

1. A remote input function such as R.INP function must be set to SPAC or the ACCS function
must be set to EASY.

2. At least one alarm must have a setpoint, nothing will happen if all the alarm setpoints are
set to OFF.

3. The SPAC function must be set to allow access to the relays required e.g. if set to A1-2
then the easy access will work only with alarm relays 1 and 2 even if more relays are fitted.

4. The instrument must be in normal measure mode i.e. if the instrument is powered up so that
it is in CAL mode then the easy access will not function. If in doubt remove power from the
instrument, wait for a few seconds then apply power again.

5. If the easy access facility is used then the only way to view or alter any other function
settings is to power up via CAL mode i.e. there is no entry to FUNC mode functions unless
the instrument is powered up in CAL mode.

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Explanation of Functions

5.1 Alarm relay low setpoint

Display: AxLo
Range: Any display value or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Displays and sets the low setpoint value for the designated alarm relay x. Note x will be replaced
by the relay number when displayed e.g. A1Lo for relay 1. Use this low setpoint function if a
relay operation is required when the display value becomes equal to or less than the low setpoint
value. To set a low alarm value go to the AxLo function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set
the value required then press F to accept this value. The low alarm setpoint may be disabled by
pressing the ^ and v push buttons simultaneously. When the alarm is disabled the display will
indicate OFF. If the relay is allocated both a low and high setpoint then the relay will activate
when the value displayed moves outside the band set by the low and high setpoints. The value at
which the relay will reset is controlled by the AxHY function.
Example:
If A1Lo is set to 10 then relay 1 will activate when the display value is 10 or less.

Display Value

Relay
resets
Relay above this
activates value
AxLo at this value
plus or below
AxHY
AxHY value
AxLo

Alarm low operation with hysteresis Time

5.2 Alarm relay high setpoint

Display: AxHi
Range: Any display value or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Displays and sets the high setpoint value for the designated alarm relay x. Note x will be replaced
by the relay number when displayed e.g. A1Hi for relay 1. Use this high setpoint function if a
relay operation is required when the display value becomes equal to or more than the low setpoint
value. To set a high alarm value go to the AxHi function and use the ^ or v push buttons to
set the value required then press F to accept this value. The high alarm setpoint may be disabled
by pressing the ^ and v push buttons simultaneously. When the alarm is disabled the display

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will indicate OFF. If the relay is allocated both a low and high setpoint then the relay will activate
when the value displayed moves outside the band set by the low and high setpoints. The value at
which the relay will reset is controlled by the AxHY function.
Example:
If A1Hi is set to 100 then relay 1 will activate when the display value is 100 or higher.

Display Value

AxHi
AxHY value
AxHi
minus Relay
AxHY activates
at this value Relay
or above resets
below this
value

Alarm high operation with hysteresis Time

5.3 Alarm relay hysteresis (deadband)

Display: AxHY
Range: 0 to 9999
Default Value: 10
Displays and sets the alarm relay hysteresis limit for the designated relay x. Note x will be replaced
by the relay number when displayed e.g. A1HY for relay 1. To set a relay hysteresis value go to the
AxHY function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the value required then press F to accept
this value. The hysteresis value is common to both high and low setpoint values. The hysteresis
value may be used to prevent too frequent operation of the relay when the measured value is rising
and falling around setpoint value. e.g. if A1HY is set to zero the alarm will activate when the
display value reaches the alarm setpoint (for high alarm) and will reset when the display value falls
below the setpoint, this can result in repeated on/off switching of the relay at around the setpoint
value.
The hysteresis setting operates as follows: In the high alarm mode, once the alarm is activated
the input must fall below the setpoint value minus the hysteresis value to reset the alarm. e.g. if
A1Hi is to 50.0 and A1Hy is set to 3.0 then the setpoint output relay will activate once the
display value goes to 50.0 or above and will reset when the display value goes below 47.0 i.e. at
46.9 or below. In the low alarm mode, once the alarm is activated the input must rise above the
setpoint value plus the hysteresis value to reset the alarm. e.g. if A1Lo is to 20.0 and A1Hy
is set to 10.0 then the alarm output relay will activate when the display value falls to 20.0 or
below and will reset when the display value goes above 30.0 i.e at 30.1 or above. The hysteresis
units are expressed in displayed engineering units.
Example:If A1Hi is set to 100 and A1HY is set to 10 then relay 1 will activate when the
display value is 100 or higher and will reset at a display value of 89 or lower.

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5.4 Alarm relay trip time

Display: Axtt
Range: 0 to 9999
Default Value: 0
Displays and sets the alarm trip time in seconds. The trip time is common for both alarm high and
low setpoint values. The trip time provides a time delay before the alarm relay will activate when
an alarm condition is present. The alarm condition must be present continuously for the whole trip
time period before the alarm will activate. If the input moves out of alarm condition during this
period the timer will reset and the full time delay will be restored. This trip time delay is useful
for preventing an alarm trip due to short non critical deviations from setpoint. The trip time is
selectable over 0 to 9999 seconds. To set a trip time value go to the Axtt function and use the
^ or v push buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value.
Example: If A1tt is set to 5 seconds then the display must indicate an alarm value for a full 5
seconds before relay 1 will activate.

5.5 Alarm relay reset time

Display: Axrt
Range: 0 to 9999
Default Value: 0
Displays and sets the alarm reset delay time in seconds. The reset time is common for both alarm
high and low setpoint values. With the alarm condition is removed the alarm relay will stay in
its alarm condition for the time selected as the reset time. If the input moves back into alarm
condition during this period the timer will reset and the full time delay will be restored. The reset
time is selectable over 0 to 9999 seconds. To set a reset time value go to the Axrt function and
use the ^ or v push buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value.
Example: If A1rt is set to 10 seconds then the resetting of alarm relay 1 will be delayed by 10
seconds.

5.6 Alarm relay normally open/closed

Display: Axn.o or Axn.c


Range: Axn.o or Axn.c
Default Value: Axn.o
Displays and sets the setpoint alarm relay x action to normally open (de-energised) or normally
closed (energised), when no alarm condition is present. Since the relay will always open when power
is removed a normally closed alarm is often used to provide a power failure alarm indication. To
set the alarm relay for normally open or closed go to the Axn.o or Axn.c function and use the ^
or v push buttons to set the required operation then press F to accept this selection. Example:
If set to A1n.o alarm relay 1 will be open circuit when the display is outside alarm condition and
will be closed (short circuit across terminals) when the display is in alarm condition.

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5.7 Alarm relay setpoint or trailing operation

Display: AxSP or Axt1 etc.


Range: AxSP or Axt1 etc.
Default Value: AxSP
Relay operation independent setpoint or trailing setpoint, this function will not be seen unless
extra optional relays are fitted. Each alarm, except relay 1, may be programmed to operate with
an independent setpoint value or may be linked to operate at a fixed difference to another relay
setpoint, known as trailing operation. The operation is as follows:
Alarm 1 (AI) is always independent. Alarm 2 (A2) may be independent or may be linked to
Alarm 1. Alarm 3 (A3) may be independent or may be linked to Alarm 1 or Alarm 2. Alarm 4
(A4) may be independent or may be linked to Alarm 1, Alarm 2 or Alarm 3. The operation of
each alarm is selectable by selecting, for example, (Alarm 4) A4.SP = Alarm 4 normal setpoint
or A4.t1 = Alarm 4 trailing Alarm 1 or A4.t2 = Alarm 4 trailing Alarm 2 or A4.t3 = Alarm
4 trailing Alarm 3. For trailing set points the setpoint value is entered as the difference from the
setpoint being trailed. If the trailing setpoint is to operate ahead of the prime setpoint then the
value is entered as a positive number and if operating behind the prime setpoint then the value is
entered as a negative number.
Example: With Alarm 2 set to trail alarm 1, if A1Hi is set to 1000 and A2Hi is set to 50
then Alarm 1 will activate at 1000 and alarm 2 will activate at 1050 (i.e. 1000 + 50). If Alarm
2 had been set at -50 then alarm 2 would activate at 950 (i.e. 1000 – 50).

5.8 Display brightness

Display: brGt
Range: 1 to 15
Default Value: 15
Displays and sets the digital display brightness. The display brightness is selectable from 1 to 15,
where 1 = lowest intensity and 15 = highest intensity. This function is useful for improving the
display readability in dark areas or to reduce the power consumption of the instrument. See also
the duLL function. To set brightness level go to the brGt function and use the ^ or v push
buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value.

5.9 Display remote brightness switching

Display: duLL
Range: 0 to 15
Default Value: 1
Displays and sets the level for remote input brightness switching, see R.INP function. When a
remote input is set to duLL the remote input can be used to switch between the display brightness
level set by the brGt function 5.8 and the display brightness set by the duLL function. The
display dull level is selectable from 0 to 15, where 0 = lowest intensity and 15 = highest intensity.
This function is useful in reducing glare when the display needs to be viewed in both light and

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dark ambient light levels. To set dull level go to the duLL function and use the ^ or v push
buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value. The d.oFF SECS function
(automatic display blanking or dulling) will also cause the duLL function to appear if the d.oFF
SECS function is enabled i.e. set to any value other than 0.
Example:
With duLL set to 4 and brGt set to 15 and the R.INP function set to duLL the display
brightness will change from the 15 level to 4 when a switch connected to the remote input terminals
is activated.

5.10 Auto display dimming timer

Display: d.oFF SECS


Range: 0 to 9999
Default Value: 0
This function allows a time to be set after which the display brightness (set by the brGt function)
will automatically be set to the level set at the duLL function. The auto dimming feature can be
used to reduce power consumption. The function can be set to any value between 0 and 9999
seconds. A setting of 0 disables the auto dimming. The display brightness can be restored by
pressing any of the instruments front push buttons. The display brightness will also be restored
whilst one or more alarm relays is activated.

5.11 Alarm relay free fall

Display: Ax FREE
Range: Any display value
Default Value: 0
Free fall alarm value - the alarm free fall value is used to provide an offset to the alarm operation.
This value can be set anywhere within the measuring range of the instrument and will operate in
engineering units e.g. kilograms, tonnes etc. In most applications this function will be used to force
the alarm to operate at a given measured quantity prior to the actual alarm relay target weight
setting. See also the FREE ACCS function 5.27. Example:
In a filling application the target weight is 40.0 kg but it is found that due to “in flight” or “free
fall” of product the target is consistently 0.5kg over weight. If A1Hi is set to 40.0 and A1 FREE
is set to 0.5 then relay 1 will activate when the display value reaches 39.5. With 0.5kg of “free
fall” this should ensure that the target weight of 40.0kg is reached.

5.12 Analog output option low value

Display: REC_
Range: Any display value
Default Value: 0
Seen only when analog retransmission option fitted. Refer to the separate “RM4 Din Rail Meter

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Optional Output Addendum” booklet supplied when this option is fitted for wiring details and link
settings. Displays and sets the analog retransmission (4–20mA, 0–1V or 0–10V, link selectable)
output low value (4mA or 0V) in displayed engineering units. To set the analog output low value
go to the REC_ function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the required value then press
F to accept this selection.
Example:
If it is required to retransmit 4mA when the display indicates 0 then select 0 in this function using
the ^ or v button.

5.13 Analog output option high value

Display: REC~
Range: Any display value
Default Value: 1000
Seen only when analog retransmission option fitted. Refer to the separate “RM4 Din Rail Meter
Optional Output Addendum” booklet supplied when this option is fitted for wiring details and link
settings. Displays and sets the analog retransmission (4–20mA, 0–1V or 0–10V, link selectable)
output high display value (20mA, 1V or 10V) in displayed engineering units. To set the analog
output high value go to the REC~ function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the required
value then press F to accept this selection.
Example:
If it is required to retransmit 20mA when the display indicates 50 then select 50 in this function
using the ^ or v button.

5.14 Preset value

Display: P.SEt
Range: Any display value
Default Value: 0
A preset value can be entered at this function. If a remote input (R.INP function) or P button
(P.but function) is programmed to P.SEt then operation of the remote input or P button will
cause the display to change to the preset value. Any change in input from this point will cause a
variation above or below the preset value. To set preset value go to the P.SEt function and use
the ^ or v push buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value. Example:
With a display showing a value of 50 at a given input if the P.SEt function is set to 70 and the
remote function is set to P.SEt then once the remote input is activated the same input will now
have a display value of 70.

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5.15 Calibration number

Display: CL.no
Range: CAL.1 or CAL.2
Default Value: CAL.1
Cell or channel number selection - selects one of the two possible calibration settings (CAL.1 or
CAL.2). This function allows the instrument to be calibrated to two different load cells and hold
the calibration values in memory. Alternatively two different calibration scaling values may be
entered for a single cell. The user may select the load cell to be used via this CL.no function
or altermatively via the P button (if display has a P button, and Pbut function 5.23 is set
to CAL.S) or via a remote input (see CAL.S function in section 5.22). To scale any of these
independent calibration memories you may use any of the methods described in the Chapter 6.
Simply select the required cell number then scale using whichever calibration method best suits
the application. If a remote input or P button is used to select the channel then do not use
the CL.no function to select the channel i.e. only use one method of selecting the channel. In
addition to different scaling the two channels can be set to operate from different decimal point
(dCPt), sample rate (RAtE), mV/V range (RNGE), lineariser points (Lin PtS, low and high
overrange (Lo dISP and HIGH dISP), display warning type (dISP) and zero range ZERO
RNGE settings. If using this function in conjunction with the remote inputs or P button functions
then the peak hold, display hold, peak and valley memory, zero, remote input calibrate, and serial
print output functions will operate individually for each channel, the tare command will tare both
channels simultaneously. Other remote input and P button functions are not intended for use with
the channel selection function.

5.16 Display rounding

Display: drnd
Range: 1 to 5000
Default Value: 1
Displays and sets the display rounding value. This value may be set to 1 - 5000 displayed units.
Display rounding is useful for reducing the instrument resolution without loss of accuracy in appli-
cations where it is undesirable to display to a fine tolerance. To set the display rounding value go
to the drnd function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the required value then press F
to accept this selection.
Example:
If set to 10 the display values will change in multiples of 10 only i.e. display moves from 10 to
20 to 30 etc.

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5.17 Decimal point

Display: dCPt
Range: 0, 0.1 etc.
Default Value: 0
Displays and sets the decimal point. By pressing the ^ or v pushbutton at the dCPt function
the decimal point position may be set. The display will indicate as follows: 0 (no decimal point),
0.1 (1 decimal place), 0.02 (2 decimal places), 0.003 (3 decimal places) and 0.0004 for display
with more than 4 digits. Note if the decimal point is altered the display will need to be recalibrated
and alarm etc. settings checked.

5.18 Digital filter

Display: FLtr
Range: 0 to 8
Default Value: 2
Displays and sets the digital filter value. Digital filtering uses a weighted average method of
determining the display value and is used for reducing display value variation due to short term
interference. The digital filter range is selectable from 0 to 8, where 0 = none and 8 = most
filtering. Use ^ or v at the FLtr function to alter the filter level if required. Note that the
higher the filter setting the longer the display may take to reach its final value when the input is
changed, similarly the relay operation and any output options will be slowed down when the filter
setting is increased. To set the digital filter value go to the FLtr function and use the ^ or v
push buttons to set the required value then press F to accept this selection.

5.19 Analog output PI control

Display: rec ctrI


Range: on or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Analog output mode - seen only when analog output option is fitted. This function allows selection
of on or OFF for PI control analog output. If set to OFF the analog output operates as a
retransmission output and uses the functions described in this chapter. If set to on the analog
output operates as a PI control output.
When this function is set to on the following associated functions will appear: C.SEt, C.SPN,
C_PG , C_Po , C.IG, CIL.H, CIL.L and REC SPAC.
Refer to the separate “RM4 DIN Rail Meter Optional Output Addendum” booklet for description
of the analog PI control functions.

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5.20 Sample rate

Display: RAtE
Range: 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 80 or 100
Default Value: 10
Displays and sets the input sample rate from 5 to 100 samples per second. Note: the display
updates approx. 4 times per second. The faster sample rates can be utilised in features such as
peak hold, peak/valley memory, analog or digital retransmission and serial communications.

5.21 mV/V input range

Display: RNGE
Range: 0.5, 1.0, 2.5, 5.0, 10, 25, 50 or 100
Default Value: 2.5
Displays and sets the mV/V (milli Volt output per Volt of excitation) range to suit the transducer
useable range. For example a transducer with 2mV/V output will have a theoretical output from
0mV at no load to 20mV at full specified load if 10V excitation is used. Check the transducer label
or transducer calibration sheet or brochure for mV/V specification. Choose the value equal to or
the next higher value to the mV/V output of the transducer. This selection sets the input range
for the A/D converter. If too low a range is selected a “- - - -” error message may be seen on the
display when a load is applied. If too high a range is selected the full resolution capability will not
be used and problems with calibration can result - see “Error messages” section 5.50.

5.22 Remote input one function

Display: R.INP
Range: NONE, P.HLd, d.HLd, Hi, Lo , HiLo, tARE, ZERO, SP.Ac, No.Ac,
CAL.S , P.SEt , I.CAL, btch, CAL, or duLL
Default Value: NONE
Remote input function - When these remote input terminals are short circuited, via a switch, relay,
keyswitch etc. the instrument will perform the selected remote input function. A message will flash
to indicate which function has been selected when the remote input pins are short circuited. The
remote input functions are as follows:

NONE - no remote function required i.e. activating the remote input has no effect.

P.HLd - peak hold. The display will show the peak value (highest positive value) only whilst the
remote input terminals are short circuited i.e. the display value can rise but not fall whilst the
input terminals are short circuited. The message P.HLd will appear briefly every 8 seconds
whilst the input terminals are short circuited to indicate that the peak hold function is active.

d.HLd - display hold. The display value will be held whilst the remote input terminals are short
circuited. The message d.HLd will appear briefly every 8 seconds whilst the input terminals
are short circuited to indicate that the display hold function is active.

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Hi - peak memory. The peak value stored in memory will be displayed if the remote input
terminals are short circuited, if the short circuit is momentary then the display will return
to normal measurement after 20 seconds. If the short circuit is held for 2 to 3 seconds or the
power is removed from the instrument then the memory will be reset.
Lo - valley memory. The minimum value stored in memory will be displayed. Otherwise operates
in the same manner as the Hi function described above.
HiLo - toggle between Hi and Lo displays. This function allows the remote input to be used to
toggle between peak and valley memory displays. The first operation of the remote input will
cause the peak memory value to be displayed, the next operation will give a valley memory
display. P Hi or P Lo will flash before each display to give an indication of display type.
tARE - display tare. Short circuiting the remote input pins momentarily will allow toggling
between nett and gross values (shown as NEtt and GROS). If the remote input is short
circuited for approx. 2 seconds the display will be tared and will show zero. The tare will be
lost if power is removed.
ZERO - display zero. Zeroes the display in same manner as the tare function except that the zero
is not lost when power is removed and the display will zero as soon as the remote input is
shorted. When the ZERO operation is used the gross value cannot be recalled and the input
at the time of the ZERO operation will become the new zero point.
SP.Ac - setpoint access only. This blocks access to any functions except the alarm setpoint
functions unless the remote input pins are short circuited or entry is made via CAL mode or
if the ACCS function is set to ALL.
No.Ac - no access. This blocks access to all functions unless the remote input pins are short
circuited or entry is made via CAL mode or if the ACCS function is set to ALL.
CAL.S - calibration select. The remote input can be used to select between calibration scaling
values. Two sets of calibration scalings can be entered in the RM4, one set with the remote
input terminals open circuit and another set with the remote input terminals short circuit to
ground. The remote input can then be used to switch between one set and the other. This
allows two different load cells to be connected with a remote input being used to select the
correct scaling for each or the same load cell could be used and the remote input used to
toggle between different display units e.g. between Newtons and kilograms. Note: Alarm
settings will not change when changing between calibrations scales. Only one set of alarm
functions can be made and the alarm relay will operate from those set values no matter which
calibration scale is being viewed at the time. The dCPt, RAtE, RNGE, Lin PtS, Lo
dISP, HIGH dISP,dISP, and ZERO RNGE functions can be individually set for each
channel. If P.SEt is used only one preset value can be used but only the channel displayed
at the time is affected. Note; using different dCPt settings between channels will affect the
preset and alarm setpoint values e.g. a preset of 25 on a channel with dCPt = 0 will
become 2.5 on a channel with dCPt = 0.1. Note: the CL.no function can also be used
to perform the same calibration select function as the CAL.S setting. Use only one of these
methods to change selection as they will counteract each other if both are used.
P.SEt - preset value. The remote input can be used to force the display to the preset value, this
preset value is set at the P.SEt function.
I.CAL - Initiate auto calibration - not available on all software versions - this function allows the
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normal internal calibration which may cause the output to pause. Closing the external input
will cause an internal calibration to take place. If the input is held closed then an internal
calibration will take place periodically.

btch - the batch function does not affect the display value when operated. It does, however
affect the retransmission and alarm functions, see Chapter 7 for a full description.

CAL - Calibration, when set to CAL the remote input can be used to perform a calibration. See
Chapter 6 for details.

duLL - display brightness control. The remote input can be used to change the display brightness.
When this mode is selected the display brightness can be switched, via the remote input
terminals, between the brightness level set at the brGt function and the brightness level set
at the duLL function.

5.23 P button function

Display: Pbut
Range: NONE, Hi, Lo, HiLo, tARE, ZERO, CAL.S, P.SEt or btch
Default Value: NONE
P button function - the P button may be set to operate some of functions also available via the
remote input, see R.INP 5.22 for a description of these functions. If both the remote input and
P button function are operated simultaneously the P button will override the remote input.

5.24 Access mode

Display: ACCS
Range: OFF, EASY, NONE or ALL
Default Value: OFF
Access mode - the access mode function ACCS has four possible settings namely OFF, EASY,
NONE and ALL. If set to OFF the mode function has no effect on alarm relay operation. If set
to EASY the “easy alarm access” mode will be activated. Refer to “Easy alarm relay adjustment
access facility” page 14. If set to NONE there will be no access to any functions via FUNC mode,
entry via CAL mode must be made to gain access to alarm and calibration functions. If set to ALL
then access to all functions, including calibration functions, can be gained via FUNC mode.

5.25 Setpoint access mode

Display: SPAC
Range: A1, A1-2 etc.
Default Value: A1
Setpoint access - seen only if more than 1 relay fitted. Sets the access via FUNC mode and “easy
alarm access” mode to the alarm relay setpoints. The following choices are available:
A1 - Allows setpoint access to alarm 1 only.

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A1-2 - Allows setpoint access to alarms 1 and 2 only.
A1-3 - Allows setpoint access to alarms 1, 2 and 3 etc. up to the maximum number of relays
fitted.
A remote input function (R.INP) must be set to SP.AC for this function to operate. Note: Only
the setpoints which have been given a value will be accessible e.g. if A1Hi is set to OFF then
there will be no access to the A1Hi function when SPAC is used.

5.26 Lineariser points

Display: Lin PtS


Range: 2, 3, 4 or 5
Default Value: 2
Lineariser points - see section 6.1. Displays and sets the number of calibration scaling points to be
used.

5.27 Easy access for alarm relay free fall

Display: FREE ACCS


Range: on or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Easy access to free fall alarm values - When set to on allows the free fall alarm values to be access
via “Easy access” mode, see section 5.24 for a description. If more than one relay is fitted to the
instrument only the relays selected at the SPAC function above will have easy access. If set to
OFF the free fall values are not available in “Easy access” and any changes to the values must be
done at the Ax FREE function.

5.28 First live calibration point

Display: CAL1
Range: Any display value
Default Value: n/a
Calibration scaling first point - see section 6.1.

5.29 Second live calibration point

Display: CAL2
Range: Any display value
Default Value: n/a
Calibration scaling second point - see section 6.1.

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5.30 Third live calibration point

Display: CAL3
Range: Any display value
Default Value: n/a
Calibration scaling third point, seen only when Lin PtS is set to 3, 4 or 5 - see section 6.1.

5.31 Fourth live calibration point

Display: CAL4
Range: Any display value
Default Value: n/a
Calibration scaling fourth point, seen only when Lin PtS is set to 4 or 5 - see section 6.1.

5.32 Fifth live calibration point

Display: CAL5
Range: Any display value
Default Value: n/a
Calibration scaling fifth point, seen only when Lin PtS is set to 5 - see section 6.1.

5.33 mV/V entry scaling method

Display: ECAL
Range: -19.999 to 32.000
Default Value: 1.000
mV/V scaling, seen only when Lin PtS is set to 2 - see section 6.2

5.34 Calibration offset

Display: CAL OFSt


Range: Any display value
Default Value: n/a
Calibration offset - See section 6.3.

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5.35 Set zero

Display: SEt ZERO


Range: Any display value
Default Value: n/a
Set zero point - see section 6.5.

5.36 Zero range

Display: ZERO RNGE


Range: Any display value or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Zero range limit value - see section 6.6.

5.37 Zero reference point for ZERO RNGE operation

Display: CAL ZERO


Range: n/a
Default Value: n/a
Zero point calibration for ZERO RNGE function - see section 6.7.

5.38 Auto zero range

Display: AutO ZERO


Range: 0 to 100
Default Value: 0
The display can be set to automatically zero its reading if the display is within the range set by the
AutO ZERO function for the set number of samples, see A.Z. cnt 5.39. For example if the auto
zero is set to 10 then the instrument will re-zero itself whenever the display is within 10 units of
zero for the set number of samples i.e. between -10 and 10. Setting auto zero to 0 will disable
the function and the instrument will not zero automatically. The time taken to auto zero depends
upon the sample rate and the sample count A.Z. cnt setting.

5.39 Auto zero sample count

Display: A.Z. cnt


Range: 10 to 100
Default Value: 10
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example if set to 50 then if the display is within the auto zero setting (e.g. 10) for 50 samples
then the instrument will automatically zero.

5.40 Alarm relay operation mode

Display: A1, A2 etc.


Range: LiuE, tARE, btch, P.HLd, d.HLd, Hi, Lo or dISP
Default Value: LiuE
Alarm relay operation mode for relays 1, 2 etc. The following choices are available for alarm
operation mode:

LiuE - live input mode. The alarm relay operation will always follow the electrical input at
that time irrespective of the 7 segment display value. e.g. assume the remote input is set
to tARE and A1Hi is set to 100. If the instrument is tared at a display reading of 30
then the alarm will now activate at a display reading of 70. Note that the LIUE mode
does not follow the electrical input if a remote input or P button ZERO operation has been
undertaken. This is due to the fact that the ZERO operation shifts the display calibration.

tARE - tare mode. The alarm relay operation will follow the tare function. e.g. in the example
above (LiuE) if A1 is set to tARE then the alarm would activate at a display reading of
100 (the setpoint value) rather than 70.

btch - batch mode. The alarm relay operation will follow the batch mode operation when the
R.INP, R.IN2, R.IN3 or Pbut function is set to btch. See section 5.22.

P.HLd - peak hold mode. When P.HLd is selected and the remote input is set to peak hold
(P.HLD) then once the peak display goes above any alarm high setpoint the alarm relay will
activate and will not de-activate until the peak hold is released and the display value falls
below the setpoint value.

d.HLd - display hold mode. When d.HLd is selected and the remote input is set to display hold
(d.HLd) then the alarm relay will be held in its present state (activated or de-activated)
until the display hold is released and the display is free to change.

Hi - peak (max.) memory mode. When Hi is selected and the remote input is set to peak
memory (Hi) then the alarm will be activated if the peak memory value is above the high
setpoint value. The alarm will not de-activate until the memory is reset.

Lo - valley (min.) memory mode. When Lo is selected and the remote input is set to valley
memory (Lo) then the alarm relay will be activated if the valley memory value is below the
low setpoint value. The alarm will not de-activate until the memory is reset.

dISP - display mode. When dISP is selected the alarms will operate purely on the display
value at the time i.e. if the display is showing above high setpoint or below the low setpoint
value then the alarm relay will activate.

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5.41 Analog output operation mode

Display: rEC
Range: LiuE, tARE, btch, P.HLd, d.HLd, Hi, Lo or dISP
Default Value: LiuE
This section describes the operation modes available for the retransmission options REC (analog
retransmission) operation mode. The following choices are available:
LiuE - live input mode. The retransmission will follow the electrical input and will not necessarily
follow the 7 segment display. For example if the remote input is set for peak hold operation then
when the remote input is closed the 7 segment display will only show the peak value but the
retransmission will be free to change to follow the electrical input.
tARE - tare mode. The retransmission value will tare (fall to zero) along with 7 segment display
when the remote input tare function is operated. If the remote input toggles the 7 segment display
to show gross (GROS) then the 7 segment display will change to show the gross value but the
retransmission will not respond (see LiuE for alternative operation).
btch - batch mode. The output operation will follow the batch mode operation when the R.INP,
or Pbut function is set to btch. e.g. if REC_ is set to 0 and REC~ is set to 100 and the
instrument is given a remote batch (via an external input or the P button) when the display shows
30 then after the batch input the display is unaltered but for a 4-20mA retransmission, 4mA will
be transmitted at the batched display value of 30 and 20mA will be transmitted for a display
value of 130.
P.HLd - peak hold mode. The 7 segment display and retransmission value will indicate the peak
value only whilst the peak value function is operated via a contact closure on the remote input
i.e. the 7 segment display and retransmission can rise but not fall whilst the remote input switch
is closed. When the remote input switch is opened the retransmission value will remain fixed
i.e. it will not rise or fall, although the 7 segment display value will be free to alter. This peak
retransmission output can be cleared by closing the remote input switch for another operation or
by removing power from the instrument. Note: In this mode the retransmission will show a zero
reading until the remote input is operated for the first time after switch on.
d.HLd - display hold mode. The 7 segment display and retransmission value will be held whilst
the remote input display hold switch is closed. When the switch is opened the retransmission value
will remain fixed at the held value although the 7 segment display value will be free to alter. The
held retransmission output can be cleared by closing the remote input switch for another operation
or by removing power from the instrument. Note: In this mode the bargraph will show a zero
reading until the remote input is operated for the first time after switch on.
Hi - peak (max.) memory mode. With the peak remote input switch open the retransmission
will indicate the peak value in memory i.e. the retransmission output can rise but not fall. The
retransmission output can be reset by clearing the memory. The memory may be cleared either
by closing the remote input switch for approximately 2 seconds or by removing power to the
instrument.
Lo - valley (min.) memory mode. With the valley remote input switch open the retransmission
will indicate the valley (min.) value in memory i.e. the retransmission output can fall but not
rise. The retransmission output can be reset by clearing the memory. The memory may be cleared
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instrument.
dISP - display mode. The retransmission output will follow whatever value is on the 7 segment
display. For example if the remote input is set to tARE then the 7 segment and retransmission
output will indicate the tared value and both will also be changed if the remote input toggles the
displays between nEtt and GROS. If the REC or dGOP function had been set to tARE then
the retransmission output would not respond to the GROS toggle.

5.42 Low overrange visual warning limit value

Display: Lo dISP
Range: Any display value or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Low overrange limit value - the display can be set to show an overrange message if the display
value falls below the Lo dISP setting. For example if Lo dISP is set to 50 then once the
display reading falls below 50 the message -or- will flash on and off or the display value will
flash on and off instead of the normal display units (see dISP function 5.44). This message can
be used to alert operators to the presence of an input which is below the low limit. If this function
is not required it should be set to OFF by pressing the ^ and v buttons simultaneously at this
function.

5.43 High overrange visual warning limit value

Display: HIGH dISP


Range: Any display value or OFF
Default Value: OFF
High overrange limit value - the display can be set to show an overrange message if the display
value rises above the HIGH dISP setting. For example if HIGH dISP is set to 1000 then once
the display reading rises above 1000 the message -or- will flash on and off or the display value
will flash on and off instead of the normal display units (see dISP function 5.44). This message
can be used to alert operators to the presence of an input which is above the high limit. If this
function is not required it should be set to OFF by pressing the ^ and v buttons simultaneously
at this function.

5.44 Display visual warning flashing mode

Display: dISP
Range: FLSH or -or-
Default Value: FLSH
Display overrange warning flashing mode - this function is used in conjunction with the Lo dISP
and HIGH dISP functions. The dISP function can be set to FLSH or -or-. If the display
warning value set at the Lo dISP or HIGH dISP function is exceeded and the dISP function
is set to FLSH then the display value will flash on and off every second as a visual warning. If the

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display warning value set at the Lo dISP or HIGH dISP function is exceeded and the dISP
function is set to -or- then the -or- message will flash on and off once a second as a visual
warning. The warning flashes will cease and the normal display value will be seen when the value
displayed is higher than the low limit and lower than the high limit.

5.45 Baud rate for optional serial communications

Display: bAUd RAtE


Range: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19.2 or 38.4
Default Value: 9600
Set baud rate - seen only with serial output option. Refer to the separate “RM4 Din Rail Meter
Optional Output Addendum” booklet supplied when optional outputs are fitted. Select from 300,
600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19.2 or 38.4 baud.

5.46 Parity for optional serial communications

Display: PrtY
Range: NONE, EUEN or odd
Default Value: NONE
Set parity - seen only with serial output option. Refer to the separate “RM4 Din Rail Meter
Optional Output Addendum” booklet supplied when optional outputs are fitted. Select parity
check to either NONE, EUEN or odd.

5.47 Output mode for optional serial communications

Display: O.Put
Range: dISP, Cont, POLL or M.buS
Default Value: Cont
Set serial interface mode - seen only with serial output option. Refer to the separate “RM4 Din Rail
Meter Optional Output Addendum” booklet supplied when optional outputs are fitted. . Allows
user to select the serial interface operation as follows:
disP - sends image data from the display without conversion to ASCII.
Cont - sends ASCII form of display data at a rate typically 90% of the sample rate.
POLL - controlled by computer or PLC as host. Host sends command via RS232/485 and instru-
ment responds as requested.
M.bus - Modbus RTU protocol.

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5.48 Instrument address for optional serial communications

Display: Addr
Range: 0 to 31
Default Value: 0
Set unit address for polled (POLL) mode (0 to 31)) - seen only with serial output option. Refer to
the separate “RM4 Din Rail Meter Optional Output Addendum” booklet supplied when optional
outputs are fitted. Allows several units to operate on the same RS485 interface reporting on
different areas etc. The host computer or PLC may poll each unit in turn supplying the appropriate
address. The unit address ranges from 0 to 31 (DEC) but is offset by 32 (DEC) to avoid clashing
with ASCII special function characters (such as <STX> and <CR>). Therefore 32 (DEC) or 20
(HEX) is address 0, 42 (DEC) or 2A (HEX) is address 10.

5.49 Returning to normal measure mode

When the calibration has been completed it is advisable to return the instrument to the normal
mode (where calibration functions are less likely to be tampered with). To return to normal mode,
turn off power to the instrument, wait a few seconds and then restore power.

5.50 Error messages

SPAN Err - calibration span error. Live inputs used at CAL1 and CAL2 or other live calibration
points are too close in value. The change in mV input or load applied to the cell must be
at least 10% of the full range or capacity of the cell between live input calibration points.
Recalibrate using inputs further apart in value. If you are certain that the inputs are far
enough apart but still see the SPAN Err message then ignore the message and continue
with the calibration. At the end of the calibration check to see if the display calibration is
correct and if not recalibrate using the same inputs. If the error message persists check that
the output from the load cell has changed sufficiently by measuring the mV output at no
load and with the calibration load applied. See also the Using the INPt display to test
input level section which follows for an easy method of checking the input level.

CAL ERR - This indicates that one of the calibration points has caused an overrange error in
the analog to digital converter. Check the mV output from the load cell and check that the
RNGE function setting is set to the correct range for the load cell used.

ZERO RNGE Err - Zero range error. Caused by an attempt to zero the display outside the
allowed range. See ZERO RNGE function ref. 6.6.

AdC GAIN Err - This indicates that when an ECAL / ESCL method of calibration has been
used the mV/V figure entered at the ECAL function is greater than the mV/V range entered
at the RNGE function. The RNGE function should be set to be equal the ECAL value or to
the next available value higher than the ECAL value.

tbLE Err or Lin tbLE Err - these error messages indicate that the Lin PtS function is
set to a value of 3, 4 or 5 i.e. multipoint calibration for linearisation is selected and that an
error in the polarity of the input has occurred. When using more than 2 calibration points

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it is essential that each input is greater than the previous point by at least 10% of the input
range and is greater in the positive direction than the previous point. If a calibration point
is seen to be more negative than the previous one the tbLE Err will be seen after the
calibration for that point is attempted. The Lin tbLE Err error message will be seen
at power up if there has been such a calibration error and it has not been corrected. If the
signal is increasing negatively then check wiring of the load cell/pressure sensor. See also the
Using the INPt display to test input level section which follows for an easy method of
checking the input level.

Unstable display - if the display is not stable the usual cause is either that the input signal is
unstable or that the calibration scaling was incorrectly attempted. Measure the mV input at
the Signal + and Signal - terminals to check for stability. If the mV input is stable recalibrate
the display. See also the Using the INPt display to test input level section which follows
for an easy method of checking the input level.

Display shows “- - - -” - this message indicates that the input signal is higher than the range
selected. Check that the RNGE function is set to the correct mV/V for the load cell used. If
this is set correctly check that the mV input at the Signal + and Signal - terminals is within
the range selected. e.g. if RNGE is set to 2.5 and the excitation voltage is set to 10V then
the input mV signal at the Signal + and Signal - terminals should be no greater than 25mV.

Display shows -or- - this message indicates either that the number is too big to display e.g.
above 9999 on a 4 digit display or that the dISP function has been set to -or- and
either the Lo dISP or HIGH dISP limits have been exceeded. You can check if this is the
problem by setting the dISP function to FLSH which will cause the display value rather
than the -or- message to flash if the limits set have been exceeded. If the dISP setting
is not the problem then try recalibrating the display. If the -or- message is seen during
calibration ignore it proceed with the calibration then check the display reading again after
calibration. See also the Using the INPt display to test input level section which
follows for an easy method of checking the input level.

Display value flashes on and off - this indicates that the dISP function ref 5.44 has been set
to FLSH and either the Lo dISP or HIGH dISP function limits set have been exceeded.

NO ACCS - This display mean that function access has been denied. This will be due to either
one of the remote input functions (R.INP, R.IN2 or R.IN2) being set to No.Ac or that
the ACCS function being set to NONE. To override the remote input functions and gain
access you can either place a short circuit between the appropriate remote input and ground
or power up the instrument in CAL mode. To override the ACCS function you must power
up in CAL mode.

NO SPAC - This display mean that function access has been denied. This will be due to either one
of the remote input functions (R.INP, R.IN2 or R.IN3) being set to SP.Ac or the ACCS
function has being set to EASY and all alarm setpoints have been set to OFF. To override
the remote input functions and gain access you can either place a short circuit between the
appropriate remote input and ground or power up the instrument in CAL mode. To override
the ACCS function you must power up in CAL mode.

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6 Calibration
Unique calibration procedures allow four different methods of calibration scaling to suit various
applications. Use only one of these methods to calibrate the display.
Method 1 - (CAL1/SCL1 etc.) - two, three, four or five calibration points are independently
set from “live” inputs. The ability to set each point individually is useful where the calibration is
being carried out on site and delays are experienced during the calibration procedure (e.g. filling
tanks etc.). If two points are used the display will be linear. If more than two points are used the
display can be made to follow a linearisation curve. The number of points to be used is set at the
function. If more than two points are used it is essential that each point is at a higher input than
the previous one.
Method 2 - (ECAL/ESCL) - allows entry of the mV/V figure of the load cell being used together
with a scaling value i.e. no live input is required to obtain the scaling points. Note that this method
is only applicable if two lineariser (Lin PtS) points are set.
Method 3 - (CAL OFSt) - allows a single point offset to be introduced.
Method 4 - (R.INP set to CAL) - allows a simple pushbutton calibration from a live input.
This method is particularly suited to item counting applications. Note that this method is only
applicable if two lineariser (Lin PtS) points are set.

6.1 Method 1 - calibration by entering known live input values

Method 1 uses two, three, four or five different live input values to calibrate the instrument.

1. Enter via CAL mode, see page ??.

2. Check that the dCPt and RNGE functions are set as required.

3. Step through the functions until the display indicates Lin PtS and use the ^ or v pusb-
hutton to select the number of calibration scaling points required.

4. Step through the functions until the display indicates CAL1. Now press, then release, the
^ and v buttons simultaneously to enter the calibration functions. The display will now
indicate CAL1 (1st calibration point) followed by a “live” reading. Apply a known input to
the instrument of nominally 0% (this value is not critical and may be anywhere within the
measuring range of the instrument). For example you could arrange that the load or pressure
is zero at this time. When the live reading has stabilised press the F button.

5. The display will indicate SCL1 (scale 1) followed by the scale value in memory. Now use
the ^ or v button to obtain the required scale value.

6. Press the F button, the display will now indicate CAL End (indicating that calibration of
the first point is complete).

7. The display will now indicate CAL2 (2nd calibration point). If you do not wish to enter
the second point at this stage then press and release the F button until the FUNC End
message is seen. If you wish to enter the second point at this stage press the ^ and v
buttons simultaneously.

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8. The display will now indicate CAL2 (2nd calibration point) followed by a “live” reading.
Apply an input greater than that used for CAL1 (again this value is not critical, but there
needs to be a change of at least 10% of the capacity of the load cell between points).

9. When the reading has stabilised, press the F button, the display will now read SCL2 (scale
2) followed by the second scale value in memory. Use the ^ or v button to obtain the
required scale value. Press the F button, the display will now read CAL End (indicating
that calibration of the second point is complete).

10. Repeat the process for the remaining calibration points (CAL3 etc.). Note if more than 2
points are used it is essential that the higher points are more positive and are at least 10%
of full scale higher than the previous points i.e. it is essential that the input is increasing in
a positive direction. If an input is more negative that the previous calibration input an error
message tbLE Err will be seen when the calibration attempt is made.

SCL2

SCL1

CAL1 CAL2
Two scaling points - display is linear

SCL4

SCL3

SCL2
SCL1

CAL1 CAL2 CAL3 CAL4

More than two scaing points - linearised display

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6.2 Method 2 - mV/V value entry calibration

Note: this method can only be used if the Lin PtS function is set to 2. This alternative
calibration method allows the known mV/V value of the load cell to be entered as the calibration
value. The value is entered to 3 decimal places, any number from 32.000 to -19.999 mV/V can be
input. If the required value is outside this range then use a convenient available value and alter
the ESCL value to compensate.

1. Enter via CAL mode, see page ??.

2. Check that the dCPt and RNGE functions are set as required.

3. Step through the functions until the ECAL display is seen.

4. Press the ^ and v buttons simultaneously to get a display of the current mV/V setting.
Use ^ or v to alter this value to the mV/V output of the cell being used.

5. Press and release the F button, the display will now show ESCL followed by the current
scale value.

6. Use ^ or v to alter this value if required (this value is the reading required at the maximum
rated load for the cell e.g. for a 100kg load cell required to display directly in kg set the
ESCL value to 100 (or 100.0 etc. depending on the decimal point setting).

7. Press then release the F button the display will show ECAL End and the instrument moves
on to the next function (CAL OFSt).

8. Once the ECAL and values have been entered you must operate the SEt SEt ZERO
function described below or use the P button or remote input ZERO function to zero the
display with the sensor connected at no load/pressure. This zeroing process will remove the
effects of any no load offset outputs present at the sensor. If using the two point calibration
method (method 1), as previously described, the mV/V value is automatically calculated and
may be viewed at the ECAL function. The ECAL and ESCL values may be recorded and
re-entered to re-scale the instrument to the same load cell at a later date.

6.3 Method 3 - offset calibration

CAL OFSt - Calibration offset - the calibration offset is a single point adjustment which can be
used to alter the calibration scaling values across the entire measuring range without affecting the
calibration slope. This method can be used instead of performing a two point calibration when
a constant measurement error is found to exist across the entire range. To perform a calibration
offset press the ^ and v buttons simultaneously at the CAL OFSt function. A “live” reading
from the input will be seen, make a note of this reading. Press the F button, the message SCLE
will now be seen followed by the last scale value in memory. Use the ^ or v button to adjust
the scale value to the required display value for that input. For example if the “live” input reading
was 50 and the required display value for this input was 70 then adjust the SCLE value to 70.
Press the F button to accept changes or the P button to abort the scaling. If the scaling has
been accepted the message OFSt End should be seen. If the ZERO RNGE Err message is seen
refer to the ZERO RNGE and CAL ZERO functions.

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6.4 Method 4 - remote input calibration

Note: this method can only be used if the function is set to 2. The remote input calibration method
allows simple, live input, calibration suitable for situations requiring frequent calibration such as in
item counting by weight applications. In this method of calibration a remote input function (e.g.
R.INP) is assigned to CAL, closure of the remote input then initiates the calibration process. The
procedure is as follows:

1. Assign a remote input (e.g. via R.INP function) to CAL.


2. Assign a different remote input or the P button to ZERO and zero the display when it is in
a no load condition.
3. Place a weight (or known number of items) on the weighing platform then operate the CAL
remote input i.e. close the switch.
4. The message SCLE will appear on the display followed by the previous scale value in memory.
Use the ^ or v button to alter this reading to the value required for this load.
5. Press then release, the F button, the message CAL End will be seen and the instrument
will return to normal measure mode. Note that the P button may be used to abort the
calibration process once beyond step 3.

6.5 Set zero

Used to set the load cell system to display reading of zero. Most usually used following an ECAL
method calibration to remove any zero offset. The set zero point is entered when the load cell is
installed and in a no load condition or at the load at which the display is required to read zero.
To operate the set zero function press, then release, ^ and v buttons simultaneously at the SEt
ZERO function. The zero point will be retained even if power is removed and has the same effect
as the remote input or P button ZERO operation.

6.6 Zero range function

ZERO RNGE - Zero Range - the zero range function allows a limit value to be set (in engineering
units) above which the display will not zero i.e. if a zero operation is attempted via the P button,
remote input or set zero function when the display value is greater than the zero range setting
the display will refuse to zero and give a ZERO RNGE Err message (note that the CAL OFSt
function is also affected by the ZERO RNGE setting). For example if the zero range setting is 10
the instrument will only respond to a zero operation if the display reading at the time is between
-10 and 10. If the zero range function is not required it can be set to OFF by pressing the ^ and
v buttons simultaneously at this function. When switched off the instrument can be zeroed no
matter what the display value. Note that the instrument keeps track of the value being zeroed at
each operation, when the total amount zeroed from repeated operations becomes greater than the
zero range value the instrument will reject the zero operation and a ZERO RNGE Err message will
be seen. To allow a zero operation beyond this point either the ZERO RNGE function value will
need to be raised or a new zero reference point introduced via the CAL ZERO function. If repeated
zero operations are required the ZERO RNGE function should be set to OFF or alternatively the
tARE operation could be considered.

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6.7 Zero range zero calibration function

CAL ZERO - Zero range zero calibration - a CAL ZERO zero operation can be used to ensure
that the display zero and the ZERO RNGE reference zero are at the same point after a calibration.
After a calibration the CAL ZERO operation can also be used to select a zero point other than
the display zero as the reference for the ZERO RNGE function. For example if the CAL ZERO
operation is carried out with a display reading of 500 and a ZERO RNGE reading of 10 the
zero range function will allow the display to zero only if the current display reading is between
490 and 510. To perform a calibration zero press the ^ and v buttons simultaneously at the
CAL ZERO function, a live reading will be seen, press the F button, the message CAL ZERO
End should now be seen indicating that the instrument has accepted the zero point. Although the
display reading will not change as a result of the calibration zero the input value on the display at
the time of the operation will be the new zero reference point for the ZERO RNGE function.

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7 Batching operation
The remote input R.INP and the P button function (Pbut) may be programmed to operate
in batch (btch) mode. Operation of any of these inputs in batch mode will have no effect on
the displayed value (i.e. the total load or weight is always visible) but can be made to affect the
method in which the setpoint alarm relays and retransmission options operate.
Alarm operation in batch mode
In addition to setting the required remote input or P button function to btch the alarm mode
function for the required alarm operation mode must also be set to btch. The alarm operation
mode functions are A1 for alarm 1, A2 for alarm 2 (if fitted), A3 for alarm 3 (if fitted) etc.
When in batch mode the selected alarm may be set to operate at a given batch figure i.e. A1Lo
or A1Hi can be allocated batch values.
Example: Assume that the display is scaled to read in kilograms up to a maximum of 1000kg.
R.INP is set to btch and A1 is also set to btch. A1Hi is set to 100, A1Lo is set to OFF
and A1HY is set to 0. If the display reading is 300 when the remote input is operated then the
display will not alter but alarm 1 relay will now activate when the display reading increases by the
batch value of 100 i.e. at a value of 400 or above.
The effect on alarm settings for the same example is shown in the table below.

Relay settings with A1HY = 0 Relay deactivates Relay activates


A1Lo = OFF, A1Hi = 100 At values below 400 At values above 400 i.e.
300 + the batch value
A1Lo = OFF, A1Hi = -100 At values below 200 At values above 200
A1Lo = 100, A1Hi = OFF At values above 400 At values below 400
A1Lo = -100, A1Hi = OFF At values above 200 At values below 200
A1Lo = 50, A1Hi = 100 At values between 350 and At values below 300 or
400 above 400
The effect of a hysteresis setting (setting A1HY to 10 in this example) is shown in the table below.

Relay settings with A1HY = 10 Relay deactivates Relay activates


A1Lo = OFF, A1Hi = 100 At values below 390 At values above 400 i.e.
300 + the batch value
A1Lo = OFF, A1Hi = -100 At values below 190 At values above 200
A1Lo = 100, A1Hi = OFF At values above 410 At values below 400
A1Lo = -100, A1Hi = OFF At values above 210 At values below 200
Example: Assume that A1Hi is set to -25.0 and that the instrument is given a remote batch
input when the display reads 200.0 i.e. the alarm relay is activated at this stage. The display
does not alter when a batch input is applied but alarm 1 will not reset until the display goes below
175.0 (200 minus 25.0). i.e. once the batch input is applied the display value must decrease
by the alarm value before the alarm will reset.

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7.1 Retransmission operation in batch mode

As with the alarm operation the display value does not alter once the batch function has been oper-
ated. The retransmission value will, however, will be affected. Functions to set the retransmission
to follow the batch operation are REC for analog retransmission , dGOP for digital retransmission.
For serial retransmission the display must receive a request to operate its remote input function (us-
ing the “Reset special function value” command , refer to the separate Optional Output Addendum
booklet).
Example
The analog retransmission has been set via the REC_ and REC~ functions to transmit a 4mA
signal at a display value of 0 and to transmit a 20mA signal at a display value of 1000. The REC
and R.INP functions have been set to btch. If the remote input is operated when the display
value is 80 then the display will now transmit 4mA at a display value of 80 and will transmit
20mA at a display value of 1080. The analog retransmission could be input to a PLC or other
device for control purposes.

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8 Specifications

8.1 Technical specifications

Input: Ratiometric 4 wire strain gauge.


Input Sensitivity: 85Ω to more than 2000Ω
Excitation: 10V or 5V, link selectable
Accuracy: Up to 0.005% of full scale for alarms and display, depending on
sample rate etc., see resolution table which follows.
Accuracy for analog retransmission better than 0.05% system accuracy
Using ECAL and ESCL calibration method accuracy is 1%
Sample rate: 5 to 100 sample per second, selectable. Note that output options such as
serial or analog output will be updated at a slightly lower rate e.g.
at 100 samples/sec. the output option will typically update at
approximately 90 per second
ADC Resolution: Up to 22 bits depending on sample rate and mV/V input, see 8.4
Display update: Up to 4 per second
Conversion Method: Sigma delta
Microprocessor: HC68HC11F CMOS
Ambient temperature: -10 to 60o C
Humidity: 5 to 95% non condensing
Display: LED 5 digit 7.6mm + alarm annunciator LEDs
Power supply: AC 240V, 110V 32V or 24V 50/60Hz
or DC isolated wide range 12 to 48V.
Note: supply type is factory configured.
Power consumption: AC supply 4 VA max, DC supply typically 150mA at 12VDC and
75mA at 24VDC for RM4 with 350Ω load, no optional outputs
Output (standard): 2 x relay, Form A, rated 5A resistive. Programmable N.O. or N.C

8.2 Optional outputs

Third relay: Rated 0.5A resistive 30VAC or DC


May be configured as form A or form C if the third relay
is the only option fitted
Fourth relay: Rated 0.5A resistive 30VAC or DC, form A
Analog output: Isolated 4 to 20mA, 0 to 1V or 0 to 10V link selectable
12 or 16 bit versions available
(4-20mA will drive into resistive loads of up to 800Ω)
Serial communications: Isolated RS232, RS485 or RS422 (ASCII or Modbus RTU)
DC supply output: Isolated and regulated 12VDC (50mA max) or
24VDC (25mA max)
Some combinations of optional outputs are available e.g. analog output plus extra relay.
Consult supplier for available combinations.

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8.3 Physical characteristics

Case size: 44mm(w) x 91mm(h) x 141mm(d)


Connections: Plug in screw terminals (max. 2.5mm2 wire for
power and relays, max. 1.5mm2 wire for load cell and options)
Weight: 470 gms basic model, 500 gms with option card

8.4 Resolution table

Effective resolution (bits) for RM4-WT over full scale


mV/V input
Samples/sec. 0.5mV/V 1mV/V 2.5mV/V 5mV/V 10mV/V 25mV/V 50mV/V
or
100mV/V
5 15.5 16.5 17.5 18.5 19.5 20.5 20.5
10 15.5 16.5 17.5 18.5 19.0 19.0 19.0
15 15.5 16.5 17.5 18.5 18.5 19.0 19.0
20 15.5 16.5 17.5 18.0 18.5 18.5 18.5
30 15.5 16.5 17.5 18.0 18.5 18.5 18.5
50 15.0 16.0 16.5 17.0 17.5 17.5 17.5
100 14.0 14.0 14.5 14.5 15.0 15.0 14.5
Note: Figures in the table above apply when the digital filter setting is 0. Add 0.5 bits effective
resolution for each step on the digital filter setting e.g. if the digital filter is set at 4 add 2 bits of
effective resolution to each of the figures in the table above.
Resolution in µV can be calculated using the resolution in bits figures above. These µV resolution
values are calculated by the following method:
Resolution (µV) = full signal input voltage range / number of divisions of resolution.
e.g. for 2.5mV/V range, 10V excitation, full signal input voltage is 2.5mV x 10V excitation =
25mV.
For 14.5 bits (100 samples/sec., zero filter) the number of divisions is 214.5 which equals 23170
divisions.
For 21.5 bits (5 to 30 samples/sec, filter setting of 8) the number of divisions is 2965820 (221.5 ).
Resoution (µV) at 14.5 bits = (2.5 mV x 10) / 23170 = 1.08µV
Resolution (µV) at 21.5 bits = (2.5 mV x 10) / 2965820 = 0.0084µV

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9 Guarantee and service
The product supplied with this manual is guaranteed against faulty workmanship for a period of
two years from the date of dispatch.
Our obligation assumed under this guarantee is limited to the replacement of parts which, by
our examination, are proved to be defective and have not been misused, carelessly handled, de-
faced or damaged due to incorrect installation. This guarantee is VOID where the unit has been
opened, tampered with or if repairs have been made or attempted by anyone except an authorised
representative of the manufacturing company.
Products for attention under guarantee (unless otherwise agreed) must be returned to the manu-
facturer freight paid and, if accepted for free repair, will be returned to the customers address in
Australia free of charge.
When returning the product for service or repair a full description of the fault and the mode of
operation used when the product failed must be given. In any event the manufacturer has no other
obligation or liability beyond replacement or repair of this product.
Modifications may be made to any existing or future models of the unit as it may deem necessary
without incurring any obligation to incorporate such modifications in units previously sold or to
which this guarantee may relate.

This document is the property of the instrument manufacturer and may not be
reproduced in whole or part without the written consent of the manufacturer.
This product is designed and manufactured in Australia.

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