Brecknell LPS150 Portable Shipping Scale User Manual

1. Introduktion

This manual provides essential instructions for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your Brecknell LPS150 Portable Shipping Scale. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the scale to ensure safe and efficient operation. The LPS150 is designed for shipping, warehouse, and general-purpose weighing applications, offering portability and ease of use.

2. Sikkerhedsoplysninger

• Overbelast ikke vægten ud over dens maksimale kapacitet på 68 kg.
• Avoid dropping the scale or subjecting it to severe shocks.
• Do not immerse the scale or its components in water or other liquids.
• Use only the provided AC adapter or specified batteries.
• Hold vægten væk fra stærke elektromagnetiske felter.
• Sørg for, at vægten er placeret på en stabil, plan overflade under drift.

3. Hvad er der i æsken

Pak forsigtigt alle komponenter ud, og bekræft, at du har modtaget følgende:

• Weighing Platform with Indicator and Bracket
• AC strømadapter
• 4 x AAA batterier
• RS-232 kabel
• Brugervejledning (dette dokument)

Image 3.1: All components included with the Brecknell LPS150 Portable Shipping Scale.

4. Produktet er slutview

4.1 Komponenter

The Brecknell LPS150 scale consists of a stainless steel weighing platform and a remote LCD indicator connected by a coiled cable. The indicator features a digital display and control buttons.

Image 4.1: Labeled diagram of the LPS150 scale components.

4.2 Display og betjeningselementer

The indicator features a 0.63-inch, 5-digit LCD display. The operator keys include:

• ON / OFF / ZERO: Powers the scale on or off, and zeros the display.
• ENHEDER: Changes the weighing unit (lb, kg, lb/oz).
• TARA: Subtracts the weight of a container.
• HOLD / PRINT: Holds the displayed weight or sends data via RS-232.

5. Opsætning

5.1 Placering

Place the weighing platform on a firm, level, and stable surface. Ensure there are no obstructions around the platform that could interfere with accurate weighing. The indicator can be placed on a desk or mounted to a wall using the included bracket.

Billede 5.1: Eks.ample of scale placement with wall-mounted indicator.

5.2 Strømtilslutning

The LPS150 scale can be powered by either the included AC adapter or four AAA batteries.

• AC Adapter: Connect the AC adapter to the power input port on the indicator and plug it into a standard electrical outlet.
• Batterier: Open the battery compartment on the back of the indicator and insert four AAA batteries, observing correct polarity.

5.3 Connecting the Indicator to the Platform

Connect the coiled cable from the weighing platform to the corresponding port on the indicator. Ensure the connection is secure.

6. Betjeningsvejledning

6.1 Grundlæggende vejning

1. Tryk på ON / OFF / ZERO Tryk på knappen for at tænde vægten. Displayet viser "0.00", når den er klar.
2. Place the item to be weighed gently on the center of the weighing platform.
3. Read the weight displayed on the LCD.
4. Remove the item from the platform. The display should return to zero. If not, press ON / OFF / ZERO to re-zero.

Image 6.1: The LPS150 scale ready for weighing.

Image 6.2: Weighing a package on the LPS150 scale.

6.2 Enhedskonvertering

To change the weighing unit:

• With the scale on and displaying weight, press the ENHEDER knap.
• The display will cycle through available units: pounds (lb), kilograms (kg), and pounds/ounces (lb/oz).
• Release the button when the desired unit is shown.

6.3 Tara funktion

Tarafunktionen giver dig mulighed for at trække vægten af ​​en beholder fra, så kun indholdets nettovægt vises.

1. Placer en tom beholder på vejeplatformen.
2. Vent på at vægten stabiliserer sig.
3. Tryk på TARA button. The display will return to "0.00" and the TARE indicator will illuminate.
4. Add items to the container. The display will show only the weight of the added items.
5. To clear the tare, remove the container from the platform and press the TARA knappen igen.

6.4 Hold-funktion

The Hold function allows you to temporarily freeze the displayed weight, which is useful for weighing large or awkwardly shaped items that might obscure the display.

• Placer emnet på platformen.
• Once the weight is stable, press the HOLD / PRINT button. The displayed weight will be held, and the HOLD indicator will illuminate.
• To release the held weight, press the HOLD / PRINT knappen igen.

6.5 RS-232 Communication Setup (for UPS Worldship)

The LPS150 scale includes an RS-232 port for data communication with compatible software, such as UPS Worldship. Correct configuration of both the scale and your computer's serial port is crucial for proper functionality.

6.5.1 Skalakonfiguration

1. Ensure the scale is powered off.
2. Tryk og hold på ON / OFF / ZERO knappen og ENHEDER button simultaneously until the display shows "P1". This enters the setup menu.
3. Tryk på TARA button repeatedly to cycle through the programming parameters (P1, P2, P3, etc.) until you reach P4.
4. At P4, press the ENHEDER knappen for at ændre indstillingen til 7 (NCI protocol).
5. Tryk på TARA button to save the P4 setting and advance to P5.
6. At P5, press the ENHEDER knappen for at ændre indstillingen til 2 (4800 baud rate).
7. Tryk på TARA button to save the P5 setting and advance to P6.
8. At P6, press the ENHEDER knappen for at ændre indstillingen til 2 (7E1 data format).
9. Tryk på ON / OFF / ZERO button to save all settings and exit the setup menu.

6.5.2 Computer Serial Port Configuration (Windows PC)

1. Connect the RS-232 cable from the scale indicator to an available serial port on your computer. If your computer does not have a serial port, a USB-to-serial adapter may be required.
2. Open Device Manager (search for "Device Manager" in the Windows search bar).
3. Expand the "Ports (COM & LPT)" section.
4. Identify the COM port assigned to your scale (e.g., COM1, COM3). Double-click on it to open its Properties.
5. Gå til fanen "Portindstillinger" og konfigurer som følger:
   • Bits per sekund: 4800
   • Data bits: 7
   • Paritet: Selv
   • Stopbider: 1
   • Flow kontrol: Ingen
6. Click "OK" to save the settings and close Device Manager.

6.5.3 UPS Worldship Configuration

1. Open UPS Worldship software.
2. Navigate to the "Tools" tab.
3. Select "System Preferences" and then click on "Hardware".
4. Under the Scale settings, change the "Scale port" to the COM port you identified in Device Manager (e.g., COM1).
5. Change the "Scale Type" to "NCI 3835".
6. Click "Test Scale" to verify communication. The weight from the scale should now be reported in Worldship.

7. Vedligeholdelse

7.1 Rengøring

To maintain accuracy and prolong the life of your scale:

• Wipe the platform and indicator with a soft, damp klæde.
• Brug ikke slibende rengøringsmidler, opløsningsmidler eller stærke kemikalier.
• Ensure no liquids enter the indicator or the gaps around the platform.

7.2 Udskiftning af batteri

If the scale is powered by batteries and the display becomes dim or erratic, it's time to replace the batteries. Open the battery compartment on the back of the indicator, remove the old batteries, and insert four new AAA batteries, ensuring correct polarity.

8. Fejlfinding

9. Specifikationer

10. Garanti og support

Brecknell products are manufactured to high standards and are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Brecknell webwebsted.

For technical assistance, troubleshooting, or spare parts, please contact Brecknell customer support. Have your model number (LPS150) and purchase information ready when contacting support.

Brecknell Contact Information:
Please refer to the official Brecknell webwebstedet eller din produktemballage for at få de seneste kontaktoplysninger.